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No Bake Oatmeal Scotchies

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Savor the simplicity and sweet butterscotch charm of "No Bake Oatmeal Scotchies," featuring butter, milk, sugar, vanilla, salt, butterscotch morsels, and quick-cooked oatmeal.
28 Servings

Ingredients

  • Unsalted Butter: ½ cup
  • Milk: ½ cup
  • Granulated Sugar: 2 cups
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Kosher Salt: A pinch
  • Butterscotch Morsels: 1 cup
  • Quick-Cook Oatmeal Dry: 3 cups

Instructions
 

  1. Combining the Base Ingredients: In a large saucepan, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and milk. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Heating Process: Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, maintain the boil for a full minute to ensure proper consistency and flavor development.
  3. Flavor Infusion: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract, a pinch of kosher salt, and the butterscotch morsels. Continue stirring for approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Note that the butterscotch morsels may not fully melt, which is acceptable.
  4. Incorporating Oatmeal: Fold in the quick-cook oatmeal, ensuring that it is evenly distributed within the mixture. The oatmeal should be completely coated with the butterscotch mixture.
  5. Forming the Cookies: Utilize a large cookie scoop, equivalent to 2 tablespoons, to portion the mixture. Place each portion onto a sheet of parchment paper.
  6. Setting and Cooling: Allow the cookies to set and cool at room temperature for approximately 15 minutes. This step is crucial for achieving the desired consistency and texture.
  7. Storage: Once cooled, the cookies should be stored in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Store at room temperature to preserve the texture and flavor.

Notes

To make this No Bake Oatmeal Scotchies recipe gluten-free, ensure you use certified gluten-free quick-cooking oats. Regular oats may be cross-contaminated with gluten during processing, so selecting a brand specifically labeled gluten-free is essential. Additionally, confirm that your butterscotch morsels are gluten-free, as some brands may add gluten-containing stabilizers or flavorings.
Natasha