Oatmeal Cookie Recipe
Recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod
These soft and chewy oatmeal cookies are easy to make, deliciously satisfying, and perfect for any occasion. Whether you're baking for a family gathering, a cookie jar treat, or just indulging in something sweet, oatmeal cookies should be your go-to dessert.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 226kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Pinch of nutmeg, optional
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups old fashioned oats
- Flaked sea salt, for sprinkling on cookies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg, if using. Set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, add the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat with the paddle attachment until creamy and smooth, scraping down the sides with a spatula if necessary. This should take 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract and beat until combined and smooth.
- With the mixer off, add all of the dry ingredients. Turn the mixer on low and mix until just combined. Stir in the oats.
- Scoop the cookie dough into round balls, about 2 tablespoons per ball. Place on the lined baking sheets, about 2-inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown but the centers are still light golden and soft.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the cookies with flaked sea salt. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer cookies to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Oats: I don't recommend using quick oats because they don't have as much texture and absorb liquid differently. Quick oats will result in a drier cookie.
Variations: Stir in up to 2 cups of any of the following. Chocolate Chips: You can add chocolate chips or chunks (semisweet, milk, or dark), butterscotch chips, white chocolate chips. Nuts or Toffee: For a crunch, add chopped walnuts, pecans, almonds, or toffee bits. Dried fruit: For added sweetness, stir in raisins or dried cranberries. M&M's: Add M&M's for a pop of color! Coconut: Stir in coconut or toasted coconut.
Storing: Store the cookies in an airtight container on the counter for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. You can also freeze the cookie dough. Scoop the cookies into balls and place on a baking sheet or tray. Put in the freezer until the balls are firm. Transfer the balls to a freezer container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to bake, remove from the oven and add a few minutes to the baking time.You can easily double this recipe for more cookies!
Nutrition
Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 265IU | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1.2mg