Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240g)
- Rolled oats: 1 cup (80g)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g)
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (227g)
- Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons (10ml)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 2 cups (400g)
- Toasted chopped pecans: 1 cup (120g) (optional)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes per batch
Difficulty Level:
2 (easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and pecans (if using).
- Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per cookie:
* Calories: 250
* Total Fat: 14g
* Saturated Fat: 7g
* Cholesterol: 55mg
* Sodium: 160mg
* Carbohydrates: 30g
* Dietary Fiber: 2g
* Sugar: 20g
* Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Chewy and slightly crispy
- Rich and flavorful
- Loaded with chocolate chips and pecans
- Perfect for snacking, dessert, or a lunchbox treat
User Comments:
- "These cookies are absolutely delicious! The combination of oats, chocolate, and pecans is perfect."
- "I love the chewy texture and the hint of cinnamon."
- "My kids go crazy over these cookies! They're so easy to make and always a hit."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a crispier cookie, bake for a few minutes longer.
- To toast the pecans, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant and golden brown.
- If you don't have parchment paper, you can grease the baking sheets with butter or cooking spray.
