Description
Oatmeal cookies are the ultimate comfort treat, offering a delightful blend of chewy oats, rich brown sugar, and optional chocolate chips. With their warm aroma of cinnamon and vanilla, these cookies evoke memories of cozy kitchens and family gatherings. Perfect for sharing or enjoying solo, they’re quick to prepare and endlessly customizable with your favorite mix-ins. Dive into this heartwarming recipe that guarantees a delicious flavor experience with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together rolled oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft; cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg