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Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Oatmeal Cookies Recipe


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4.6 from 27 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These classic oatmeal cookies are chewy, hearty, and loaded with wholesome ingredients like oats and nuts. Perfect for a sweet treat or afternoon snack, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Additional:

  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually mix into the wet mixture.
  5. Stir in oats and extras: Stir in the oats, and fold in raisins or chocolate chips and walnuts if using.
  6. Bake: Scoop dough into balls, place on baking sheet, and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden.
  7. Cool: Let cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For chewier cookies, slightly underbake and allow them to finish setting on the baking sheet.
  • You can substitute dried cranberries or white chocolate chips for a twist.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 170
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg