Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the chewy texture of oats with the sweet richness of chocolate chips for a comforting treat. Perfect for sharing or enjoying with a glass of milk, they are easy to bake and absolutely delicious.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 cups rolled oats
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cinnamon (if using), baking soda, and sea salt. Set aside.
2. Step 2: In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
3. Step 3: Add the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Then beat on high speed for 1 minute. Mix in the vanilla extract.
4. Step 4: Reduce the mixer to low speed and add the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
5. Step 5: Add the rolled oats and chocolate chips, mixing only until evenly distributed.
6. Step 6: Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 1 hour if time allows; this step enhances the texture and flavor.
7. Step 7: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat mat.
8. Step 8: Using a small cookie scoop, place scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. You can fit about 11 cookies per sheet.
9. Step 9: Bake for about 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned but the centers still look soft and slightly unset.
10. Step 10: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Variations

• For a chewier cookie, use old-fashioned rolled oats rather than quick oats.
• Feel free to add a handful of chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
• Chilling the dough is optional but highly recommended for improved flavor and texture.
• If you prefer a spicier cookie, increase the cinnamon slightly or add a pinch of nutmeg.

Storage

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving. Reheat briefly in a microwave or oven if you prefer them warm.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I substitute butter with margarine or oil?

Butter provides flavor and texture that margarine or oil may not fully replicate. You can substitute margarine in the same amount, but using oil might change the cookie’s texture and flavor considerably.

Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?

Quick oats can be used, but they will yield a softer, less chewy cookie. For the best texture and chew, stick with old-fashioned rolled oats.

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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This classic recipe for Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies combines the chewy texture of rolled oats with gooey semi-sweet chocolate chips for a delicious treat. With a hint of cinnamon and a buttery, fluffy dough, these cookies bake up soft in the center with lightly crisped edges. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or sharing with friends and family.

• Author: Nethan
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 33 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
• 1/2 tsp sea salt

Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

• 3 cups rolled oats
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon (if using), baking soda, and sea salt until evenly combined. Set aside.
2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium-high speed for about 3 minutes until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, fully incorporating each egg before adding the next. Then beat on high speed for 1 minute. Mix in the vanilla extract.
4. Combine Wet and Dry: Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix only until just combined.
5. Add Oats and Chocolate Chips: Fold in the rolled oats and semi-sweet chocolate chips, mixing until just evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6. Chill Dough (Optional): Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour. This step is optional but helps improve the texture and flavor of the cookies.
7. Prepare to Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat (Silpat).
8. Shape Cookies: Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart. You can fit about 11 cookies per sheet.
9. Bake: Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned but the centers are still soft and slightly unset.
10. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• Adapted from Sally’s Baking Addiction, a trusted baking resource.
• The optional cinnamon adds a warm spice but can be omitted if preferred.
• Chilling the dough improves cookie texture but is not mandatory.
• Calories are approximately 148 per cookie.
• Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for best mixing results.
• Use rolled oats, not instant or quick oats, for optimal chewiness.

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