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Magic 7-Layer Cookies Recipe

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Magic 7-Layer Cookies are a rich, indulgent treat combining the perfect blend of buttery cookie dough with layers of semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, sweetened coconut flakes, and crunchy chopped nuts. These cookies deliver a delightful texture and flavor balance, finished with a sprinkle of sea salt for an irresistible sweet-salty twist.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup Butter (softened)
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (reduce to 1/2 teaspoon if using salted butter)

Mix-ins and Toppings

  • 1 1/2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 1 cup Butterscotch Chips
  • 1 cup Sweetened Flaked Coconut
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts
  • Sea Salt (such as Maldon Sea Salt Flakes, for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Cream Butter and Sugars: Preheat your oven to 385°F (196°C). In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for 4 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy, which incorporates air for a tender cookie texture.
  2. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract and continue mixing for 1 minute to fully combine the wet ingredients.
  3. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt until just combined, careful not to overmix to keep the cookies tender.
  4. Add Mix-ins: Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, sweetened flaked coconut, and chopped pecans or walnuts evenly throughout the dough for signature 7-layer flavor and texture.
  5. Form and Prepare Cookie Dough Balls: Use a light-colored baking sheet to prevent over-browning. Scoop 2-ounce balls of cookie dough and place them spaced several inches apart on the sheet. Press extra butterscotch or chocolate chips on top of each dough ball to enhance the toppings. Optionally, sprinkle lightly with Maldon sea salt flakes for a savory contrast.
  6. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 12 minutes, watching carefully to avoid overbaking; edges should be set and lightly golden while centers remain soft. Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better dough texture.
  • Do not overmix after adding the flour to keep cookies tender.
  • Choosing either pecans or walnuts can be based on your preference; both add great crunch.
  • Sprinkling sea salt on top balances the sweetness and enhances flavors.
  • Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/magic-7-layer-cookies-recipe/