• Let’s dive into making these delectable cookies. The process is easy, and the result is totally worth it.

Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Sheet

• First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the cookies from sticking.

Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients

• In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. This step ensures that all the dry ingredients are evenly distributed, which helps the cookies bake evenly.

Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugars

• In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer. Beat the mixture on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until it becomes light and fluffy.

Step 4: Add the Egg and Vanilla

• Next, add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined. The egg helps bind the dough together, and the vanilla enhances the flavors of the chocolate and butterscotch.

Step 5: Incorporate the Dry Ingredients

• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this can make the cookies tough.

Step 6: Fold in the Chips (and Nuts, If Using)

• Now, it’s time to fold in the chocolate chips and butterscotch chips. If you’re adding nuts, fold them in as well. The combination of the two types of chips will create pockets of melted sweetness in every bite.

Step 7: Scoop and Bake

• Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown, and the centers are just set. Be careful not to overbake; you want a soft, chewy center.

Step 8: Cool and Enjoy!

• Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these soft, chewy cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!