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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Enjoy the chewy, sweet delight of Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies, combining hearty oats with rich chocolate chips for a nostalgic and exciting flavor. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies offer a classic comforting taste with a perfect chewy texture and melty chocolate throughout. Easy to customize and wholesome, they make an irresistible treat everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats
  • 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Main Mix-ins

  • 3/4 cup Chocolate Chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
  2. Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which creates a great texture in your finished cookies.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in the egg one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, until fully combined and smooth, helping to bind the dough and enhance flavor.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon (if using), and salt to distribute the leavening agent evenly.
  5. Mix Dry Ingredients into Wet: Gradually stir the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix, which keeps the cookies tender.
  6. Fold in Oats and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the rolled oats and chocolate chips into the batter, ensuring an even distribution that guarantees every cookie has the perfect chewy and chocolatey balance.
  7. Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are golden but the centers still look slightly soft.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set and maintain their soft texture.

Notes

  • Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the cookie dough for 30 minutes to enhance flavors and prevent excessive spreading.
  • Don’t Overbake: Remove the cookies when edges are golden but centers are still soft to keep them chewy.
  • Quality Chocolate Chips: Use good-quality chocolate chips for the best melt and taste.
  • Measure Oats Properly: Pack them lightly in the measuring cup to avoid a dry or overly dense cookie.
  • Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure butter and eggs are room temperature for smooth mixing and consistent texture.

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