Oatmeal cookies
These soft and chewy oatmeal cookies are a classic treat, perfect for an afternoon snack or dessert. They're easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Packed brown sugar
- 1 Large egg
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 3 cups Rolled oats
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the rolled oats.
- Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a chewier cookie, use quick-cooking oats. You can also add raisins, chocolate chips, or nuts to the dough.