Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Preparation Time:
- Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the rolled oats.
- Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased cookie sheet, leaving enough space for spreading.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie provides approximately 250 calories.
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 4g
- Fibre: 2g (approx.)
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies have a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy center, with a hint of toffee flavor from the brown sugar and oats.
- The combination of oats and toffee gives these cookies a unique and satisfying texture.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are fantastic! The perfect balance of sweet and crunchy."
- "Love the combination of oats and toffee. So unique and delicious."
- "I've been looking for a good oatmeal cookie recipe, and this one is definitely a keeper."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the butter is softened to room temperature before starting the recipe.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they should be slightly underdone in the center for the best results.
- For best results, use fresh ingredients from reputable supermarkets.
