oatmeal cookies recipes
These chewy oatmeal cookies are filled with wholesome oats and sweetened with brown sugar, making them a delicious treat for any time of the day. They are simple to make and perfect for sharing, or enjoying with a glass of milk.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowls
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper optional
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper if desired.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. If using, fold in the chocolate chips or raisins.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
For a twist on this recipe, consider adding nuts or coconut flakes.
You can adjust the sweetness by modifying the amount of sugar according to your preference.