Orange Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks/226g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
• 3 cups (210g) rolled oats
• 1 cup (120g) dried cranberries
• 1 cup (120g) chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup (120g) grated orange zest

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the rolled oats, cranberries, walnuts, and orange zest.
7. Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden brown.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 270 per cookie
• Fat: 14g (22% DV)
• Saturated Fat: 8g (50% DV)
• Cholesterol: 55mg (18% DV)
• Sodium: 120mg (5% DV)
• Carbohydrates: 35g (12% DV)
• Dietary Fiber: 2g (8% DV)
• Sugar: 18g

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and chewy
• Sweet and citrusy
• Packed with cranberries and walnuts
• Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or desserts

User Comments:

• "These cookies are so delicious and easy to make! The orange zest gives them a wonderful flavor."
• "I love the combination of oats, cranberries, and walnuts. These cookies are a real treat."
• "These are the perfect cookies for a cozy fall day."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature before creaming it. This will help ensure that your cookies have a light and fluffy texture.
• Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will result in tough cookies.
• If you don't have dried cranberries, you can substitute raisins or another dried fruit.
• Orange Oatmeal Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.