There's something wonderfully comforting about a batch of homemade oatmeal cookies. With their chewy texture and subtle hint of cinnamon, these cookies are a timeless classic. Whether you're baking for a cozy family gathering or just craving a sweet treat, this recipe will hit the spot.
Butter: This is the foundation of your cookie, providing richness and moisture. Make sure it's softened to blend smoothly.
Granulated sugar: Gives the cookies structure and sweetness, helping them spread just right.
Brown sugar: Adds a deep, molasses-like flavor and contributes to the chewiness.
Eggs: Bind everything together, ensuring a cohesive dough.
Vanilla extract: Enhances the overall flavor profile with its warm, sweet aroma.
All-purpose flour: The backbone of your cookie, providing necessary structure.
Baking soda: Leavens the cookies, helping them rise and achieve a light texture.
Ground cinnamon: Adds a warm, inviting spice that complements the oats perfectly.
Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the flavors.
Old-fashioned rolled oats: The star of the show, providing that classic oatmeal cookie texture and heartiness.
These cookies are delightful on their own, but pairing them with a cold glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream makes for an indulgent treat. They also make a wonderful addition to a holiday cookie platter.
First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures it's hot and ready by the time your dough is mixed. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until it's all smooth and well combined. This should take about 2-3 minutes with a hand mixer or some serious arm power.
Next, crack in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in your vanilla extract. It's smelling good already, right?
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to your wet ingredients, stirring gently until everything is just combined. You don't want to overmix here.
Finally, fold in the oats. They'll seem plentiful, but trust me, they'll blend perfectly into the dough. Once mixed, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets. Space them out a bit as they’ll spread during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes. You're looking for the edges to turn a beautiful golden brown. Let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks. This helps them firm up just enough to move without breaking.
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