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    Home » Recipes » Dessert Recipes

    Butter Crunch Cookies

    Published: Oct 19, 2021 · Modified: May 20, 2025 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. 4 Comments

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    This butter crunch cookies recipe is loaded with delicious toffee bits that make the perfect complement to the almond-flavored cookie dough. They're the ultimate sweet treat.

    I love cookies, and I love toffee. It seemed like a no-brainer to put them together. Guess what? It was the perfect combination!

    Overhead photo of Butter Crunch Cookies surrounded by toffee bits, a glass of milk and a green checkered kitchen cloth; all placed on a wooden surface.

    Butter Crunch Cookies Recipe

    This was inspired by my other cookie recipe on this site. I love cookies with added pieces of anything in them, so I thought why not take the idea behind my oatmeal drop cookies and extend that to these toffee cookies?

    Ingredients

    The ingredient list for this recipe is super simple. Every single thing on this list is a baking essential, so chances are, you have everything you need in your kitchen already.

    • Unsalted butter, softened
    • Light brown sugar
    • Granulated sugar
    • Eggs
    • Vanilla extract
    • Almond extract
    • Light corn syrup
    • Baking soda
    • Salt
    • Cornstarch
    • All purpose flour
    • Toffee bits

    See the recipe card at the end of the post for quantities and cooking times.

    Instructions

    Making these cookies is as straightforward as the ingredient list. It only takes a few simple steps to make them!

    Step 1: Cream the Butter and Sugar

    In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugars until fully combined.

    Step 2: Add the Extracts

    Add the vanilla and almond extracts and then cream again.

    Step 3: Add the Eggs

    Lightly beat the eggs, and then add them to the sugar mixture, beating on low.

    Step 4: Add the Corn Syrup

    Add the corn syrup and continue to mix on low.

    Step 5: Combine the Dry Ingredients

    Pour the flour, cornstarch, salt, and baking soda through a sieve and into a bowl.

    Step 6: Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients

    Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients ½ cup at a time while mixing. Continue until all the flour has been added.

    Step 7: Add the Toffee Bits

    Add the toffee bits to the dough, mixing until just combined.

    Step 8: Bake the Cookies

    Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and add the cookie dough in scoops, leaving about two inches between each scoop. Bake until the cookies are light brown around the edges.

    Step 9: Cool

    Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the cookie sheet for about five minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Hint: Don't overmix your dough at the end. It will make the cookies tougher.

    stack of butter crunch cookies on a wooden table. More cookies, a glass of milk and toffee bits in the background.

    Substitutions

    Don't have the correct ingredients on hand or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change these butter crunch cookies.

    • Toffee Bars - In the unlikely event that you can't find toffee bits, place a toffee bar in a resealable bag and crush it with a rolling pin.
    • Molasses - If you don't have brown sugar, simply use the same amount of granulate sugar and add a touch of molasses.

    Variations

    Want to personalize this butter crunch cookies recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.

    • Sliced Almonds - Add sliced almonds to the top of your cookies before baking to create a toasted almond top to the cookies.
    • Brown Sugar - Sprinkle the tops of your cookie dough with brown sugar before baking to create a crust.

    If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this easy toffee shortbread.

    side view image of a pyramid stack of butter crunch cookies on a green plate. More cookies, a glass of milk and toffee bits in the background.

    Equipment

    This is an easy recipe with equally easy equipment requirements. It doesn't take much to get rolling on these cookies.

    • Measuring cups and spoons
    • Stand mixer or hand mixer
    • Cookie scoop
    • Parchment paper
    • Cookie sheets
    • Cooling racks

    Storage

    These cookies will keep well in an air-tight container lined with a paper towel at room temperature for up to two weeks or up to four weeks in the freezer.

    Tips

    I have some tips here that will help you make the most of this recipe. These are easy tips that can make a big difference, so be sure to look them over.

    • Use a mixing stand or hand mixer if possible. There's a lot of mixing in this recipe.
    • BE sure your butter is fully softened to achieve that smooth creamy consistency you need for the cookies.
    • Always sift your flour to ensure a consistent dough texture.
    Overhead photo of Butter Crunch Cookies surrounded by toffee bits, a glass of milk and a green checkered kitchen cloth; all placed on a wooden surface.

    More Cookie Recipes

    Do you like cookies? Here are some recipes you may also like to try

    • Muddy Buddy Cookies
    • Banana Pudding Cookies
    • Glazed Pumpkin Cake Mix Cookies

    Here are some more Brown Sugar Dessert Recipes for you to enjoy!

    stack of butter crunch cookies on a wooden table. More cookies, a glass of milk and toffee bits in the background.

    FAQ

    Do you have questions about butter crunch cookies? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about this butter crunch cookies recipe.

    How long will these cookies last?

    These cookies will last for up to two weeks in an air-tight container at room temperature or up to four weeks in the freezer.

    How do I freeze these cookies?

    Place the cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze them. Then, transfer them in a heavy-duty freezer bag.

    How do I defrost them?

    Put the cookies in the refrigerator to defrost overnight.

    Why should I sift the dry ingredients?

    Sifting the dry ingredients ensures an even texture to the cookie dough.

    What if I don't have toffee bits?

    Simply take a toffee bar and place it in a resealable bag. Then, crush it with a rolling pin.

    Butter Crunch Cookies

    Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.

    Butter Crunch Cookies

    Karin and Ken
    This butter crunch cookies recipe is loaded with the sweet goodness of sugar and toffee bits and the flavor of almonds. So good and so easy.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 12 minutes mins
    Total Time 17 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 19 Cookies
    Calories 204 kcal

    Equipment

    • Measuring cups and spoons
    • rimmed baking sheet
    • wire rack
    • large bowl
    • Hand mixer
    • wooden spoon
    • Rubber spatula
    • sieve
    • mixing bowl
    • Parchment paper
    • Cookie Scoop

    Ingredients
      

    • ¾ Cup Butter unsalted, room temperature
    • ¾ Cup Light Brown Sugar
    • ¾ Cup Granulated Sugar
    • 2 large Eggs
    • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
    • 1 Teaspoon Almond Extract
    • 1 Tablespoon Light Corn Syrup
    • 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
    • 1 Teaspoon Salt
    • 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch
    • 2 ¼ Cups All Purpose Flour sifted
    • 8 oz Toffee bits
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    Instructions
     

    • Get out and measure your ingredients.
    • Preheat the oven to 325°F.
    • In a large mixing bowl cream the room temperature butter with the sugars
    • until totally combined.
    • Add the vanilla and almond extract and cream again.
    • Add the eggs, one at a time to the mixture, mixer on low.
    • Add the corn syrup and continue mixing on low. Turn off while you prepare the dry mix.
    • Pass the flour, cornstarch, salt and baking soda through a sieve then turn the mixer back on low.
    • Add the flour mixture ½ cup at a time.
    • Once all mixed add the toffee bits and allow just a few rotations to mix in then turn off the mixer.
    • On a cookie sheet, lined with parchment paper add scoops of the cookie dough, allowing about 2” between cookies.
    • Bake for about 12-14 minutes, until they are light brown around the edges. Remove and after 5 minutes add to a cooking rack to cool completely.
    • Serve and enjoy every bite!

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    Notes

    • Use a mixing stand or hand mixer if possible. There's a lot of mixing in this recipe.
    • BE sure your butter is fully softened to achieve that smooth creamy consistency you need for the cookies.
    • Always sift your flour to ensure a consistent dough texture.
    Brown Sugar Dessert Recipes are always a hit!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1CookieCalories: 204kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 217mgPotassium: 54mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 182IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Donna A Pollock says

      August 27, 2023 at 6:35 pm

      5 stars
      Oh WOW!!!! what agreat cookies this is. They sounded good when I saw the recipe, but they are amazing. You can taste the butter dripping into your mouth while eating these delicious cookies. I ate way to many and had to make a second batch.....Thank you for this delicious recipe.

      Reply
      • Karin and Ken says

        August 27, 2023 at 8:10 pm

        You’re most welcome! I feel the exact same way! I’m so happy you enjoyed them! All the best. Karin

    2. Elizabeth says

      November 14, 2021 at 5:30 pm

      5 stars
      I made these today, and they are amazing! Definitely will be making again.

      Reply
      • Karin and Ken says

        January 01, 2022 at 11:59 am

        So glad you enjoyed them. They're so addictive! Take care and all the best. Karin

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