Walnut Butterscotch Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325° F.
2. 2
   Line baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper.
3. 3
   In a bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
4. 4
   In the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large bowl using hand mixer), beat the butter and sugars on medium until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
5. 5
   Add eggs 1 at a time, beating a full minute after adding each egg.
6. 6
   Lower the mixer speed, add the oats and combine well.
7. 7
   Add the dry ingredients, mixing only until just combined.
8. 8
   Gradually add the chips, and walnuts, turning the mixer on and off quickly to combine, or stir in with a heavy duty spoon or rubber spatula.
9. 9
   Place rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the lined baking sheets about 1 1/2-2 inches apart.
10. 10
    Bake in a 325°F oven for about 15-18 minutes, rotating the pans once halfway through baking time.
11. 11
    When cookies are done, let cool on baking sheets for a minute or so, then transfer to cooling racks.