Ingredients and Weight:
- Dark chocolate: 200 grams (shavings or chopped pieces)
- Rolled oats: 2 cups
- Plain flour: 1 cup
- Butter: 1 stick (100 grams)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup
- White sugar: ½ cup
- Eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter and both sugars until smooth.
- Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Add the vanilla extract to the butter mixture.
- Add the chocolate pieces and mix well.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Drop cookie dough by spoonful onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie contains approximately 250 calories.
- Fat: 14 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies are soft, chocolatey, and have a crunchy oatmeal texture.
- The combination of chocolate and oats creates a unique flavor that is both sweet and savory.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The combination of chocolate and oats is so delicious."
- "I love how soft and chewy these cookies are. They are perfect for an afternoon snack."
- "These cookies are a great way to enjoy chocolate without baking. The oatmeal gives them a nice texture."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use a good quality dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- The cookies spread during baking, so leave some space between each cookie on the baking sheet.
- For best results, use room temperature eggs and butter.
