Intro
Oatmeal cookies are a comforting classic, packed with chewy oats, warm spices, and just the right amount of sweetness. This recipe is the perfect balance of soft and chewy with a hint of crispiness around the edges. Whether you enjoy them plain, with raisins, or with chocolate chips, these cookies are guaranteed to satisfy. Plus, they’re easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
To make these delicious oatmeal cookies, you’ll need:
- Old-fashioned rolled oats
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda
- Unsalted butter
- Brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
- An egg
- Vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon
- Sea salt
- Optional: raisins, chocolate chips, or nuts
Using old-fashioned oats instead of quick oats gives these cookies their signature chewy texture. Be sure to measure your flour correctly by spooning and leveling to avoid a dense cookie.
Instructions
Start by making the dough. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed. Stir in the oats and any optional add-ins like raisins or chocolate chips.
Form the cookies by scooping heaping tablespoons of dough and rolling them into balls. Place them on parchment-lined baking sheets, leaving space between each. Lightly press down on the tops to flatten them slightly.
Bake the cookies in a preheated 350°F oven for 10 to 12 minutes. For softer cookies, bake for 10 minutes; for crispier ones, bake for 12 minutes. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips
For the best texture, don’t overmix the dough once you add the oats. Overmixing can lead to tougher cookies instead of the perfect chewy bite.
If you love a deeper flavor, let the dough chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before baking. This helps develop the flavors and results in even chewier cookies.
For storage, keep the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. You can also freeze them for up to three months, making them a great make-ahead treat. Whether you enjoy them warm out of the oven or as a quick snack, these oatmeal cookies are sure to be a favorite.
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