Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup oats
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips or raisins (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Total: 30 minutes (15 minutes preparation, 15 minutes baking)
- Servings: 8
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips or raisins (if using).
- Drop cookie dough by rounded tablespoon onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space for the cookies to spread.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (per cookie)
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 depending on size and additions.
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and chewy cookies with a slight crunch on the edges.
- The oatmeal gives the cookies a unique flavor and texture.
- Can be customized with different additions like chocolate chips or raisins.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are fantastic! The perfect balance of sweet and oatmeal flavor."
- "My family loved these cookies. They were so soft and delicious."
- "I added chocolate chips to these cookies and they were a hit at my party."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use softened butter and let the cookie dough rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking for better results.
- Use a cookie scoop to ensure even-sized cookies for uniform baking.
- Baking time may vary depending on the humidity and altitude, so keep an eye on them during baking.
