Oatmeal Scotchies No Bake Cookies
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Oatmeal scotchies are tasty little no-bake cookies that blend quick oats, brown sugar, and butterscotch for a soft and chewy cookie dessert that is perfect for the fall season and ready in just 10 minutes!
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As a busy parent, I’m always searching for fun and easy treats to whip up with my kids. These Oatmeal Scotchies No Bake Cookies have quickly become one of our favorite fall recipes! With no oven required, I can easily involve my kids in the kitchen, making it a delightful bonding experience!
Why I love this recipe
- They take under 10 minutes, so its the perfect treat for a sudden sweet craving.
- The sweet, creamy flavor of butterscotch brings back childhood memories.
- I can easily mix in different ingredients based on what I have on hand.
- These cookies are a hit at parties, and I love bringing them to gatherings!
If you love recipes that don’t require turning on the oven, try our Pumpkin Spice No Bake Cookies and Banana Bread No Bake Cookies.
Ingredients
- light brown sugar
- granulated sugar
- butter
- milk
- butterscotch instant pudding mix
- vanilla extract
- quick-cook oats
- butterscotch chips
Make sure you are using quick oats in this recipe, old-fashioned oats will be too tough with this cooking method.
Step by step
- In a large saucepan or pot, combine the sugars, butter, and milk. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the pudding mix and oats, mixing until well combined. Let the mixture cool slightly for about 2 minutes, then stir in the butterscotch chips.
- Spoon the cookie dough mixture onto parchment-lined baking sheets and allow the cookies to set.
Tips for Best Results
- Use quick-cooked oats for the best texture.
- Make sure to stir constantly while boiling to prevent burning.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly before adding the chips to avoid melting them.
- I use a small cookie scoop (about 1 1/2 tablespoons) to portion out the cookies, so you may end up with more or fewer cookies depending on the size you make them.
Variations
If you’re craving some crunch, try mixing in some chopped nuts, such as walnuts or almonds.
I enjoy incorporating dried fruits like raisins, cranberries, or even apricots into my cookies adding a chewy sweetness or toss in some shredded coconut flakes for a tropical flair.
Serving suggestions
- I like to pack them in lunch boxes as a delightful surprise that brightens my day.
- I often serve them at birthday parties or add them to the fall charcuterie board along with cinnamon apple oatmeal cookies and soft pumpkin cookies.
Storage
Refrigerate these no-bake cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. Enjoy cold or let them come up to room temperature before serving.
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Oatmeal Scotchies No Bake Cookies
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 50 cookies 1x
Description
Ready in 10 minutes, this oatmeal scotchies no bake cookies blend oats and butterscotch for a chewy cookie dessert that is perfect for the fall season!
Ingredients
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup butter
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 small box of 3.4 oz butterscotch instant pudding and pie filling
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 1/2 cups quick cook oats
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the sugars, butter, and milk. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes. Remove the pot and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the pudding mix and oats, mixing until well combined. Let the mixture cool slightly for about 2 minutes, then stir in the butterscotch chips.
- Spoon the mixture onto a parchment-lined tray and allow the cookies to set.
Notes
- I used a small ( 1.5 tablespoon) Pampered Chef cookie scoop to portion out the cookies, so you may end up with more or fewer cookies depending on the size you make them.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 92
- Sugar: 10.3 g
- Sodium: 33.7 mg
- Fat: 2.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 14.9 g
- Fiber: 0.7 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 7.4 mg
No bake cookies are the best! and this recipe does seem like a pretty good one 🙂
These look awesome! I love butterscotch and can not wait to give these a try. My mouth is watering…
These are great. Love the no-bake option