Chewy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

April 19, 2023 Post a Comment

Description

Everyone loves a good chocolate chip cookie. But why not take it up a notch and add some oatmeal to make it even more delicious? These chewy chocolate chip oatmeal cookies are sure to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. With a soft, chewy center and a slightly crisp outer edge, these cookies are sure to be a hit. Whether you’re serving them as dessert or packing them in a school lunchbox, these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are sure to be a hit.

Ingredients

For the cookies, you’ll need: 1 cup of butter, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of brown sugar, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 2 ¼ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of salt, 3 cups of rolled oats, 1 ½ cups of semisweet chocolate chips.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in the oats and chocolate chips. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets in 2-tablespoon portions, about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon. Bake for 12-14 minutes, until the edges of the cookies are golden brown. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. To freeze the dough, scoop into 2-tablespoon portions, flatten slightly, and freeze the scoops on a baking sheet. Once the scoops are frozen, transfer to a freezer-safe bag. When ready to bake, thaw and bake as instructed. To freeze the baked cookies, allow them to cool completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag.

Nutrition

These oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are packed with energy and nutrition. Each cookie contains about 160 calories and 7 grams of fat. They are also a good source of dietary fiber, protein, and iron. The oats and chocolate chips add a boost of nutrients and flavor that make these cookies a great snack or treat.