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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
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These Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies offer a perfect balance of chewy texture and rich flavor, packed with wholesome rolled oats and melting semi-sweet chocolate chips. They deliver a cozy, comforting treat ideal for any time of day, with a tender crumb, subtle sweetness, and versatile options for customization. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, these cookies are loved by both kids and adults, making them a classic and irresistible homemade dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a non-stick silicone baking mat to ensure the cookies do not stick and bake evenly.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This creates the base for the perfect texture and rise of your cookies.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This step adds moisture and tenderness to the final cookies.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugars until fully combined and smooth, enhancing flavor and helping to bind the dough.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry oat and flour mixture into the wet ingredients. Stir gently but thoroughly, taking care not to overmix, to evenly distribute all components.
  6. Stir in Chocolate Chips: Fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough, ensuring melty pockets of chocolate in every bite.
  7. Scoop and Bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges turn golden but the centers remain soft.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on it for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing the cookies to firm up perfectly.

Notes

  • Use old-fashioned rolled oats for better texture and classic chewiness.
  • Do not overmix the dough; stir just until combined to keep cookies tender.
  • Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to improve flavor and prevent excessive spreading.
  • Measure flour lightly or use a kitchen scale for accurate measurements to avoid dry or dense cookies.
  • Monitor baking time closely to achieve golden edges and soft centers.

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