Get ready to experience the most mouthwatering, perfectly chewy oatmeal cookies that will transport you straight to comfort food heaven! These aren't just ordinary cookies - they're a delightful blend of classic American baking tradition with a personal twist that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, these oatmeal cookies are so simple to make and incredibly delicious that they'll become your new go-to treat for family gatherings, afternoon snacks, or late-night cravings.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cookies bake evenly and achieve that perfect golden-brown color.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar. Use an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix these dry ingredients together until they are well blended.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- If you are using raisins or chocolate chips, fold them into the dough at this point, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will continue to cook as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Enjoy your homemade oatmeal cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened, not melted. Room temperature butter creates the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can make your cookies tough and dense.
- For extra flavor, try toasting your oats briefly in a dry skillet before adding them to the mix.
- Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easy cookie removal and even baking.
- Want softer cookies? Take them out when the edges are just turning golden and the centers look slightly underbaked.
- Experiment with mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried cranberries to customize your cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 164kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 33mg
