Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delightfully chewy cookies that combine the heartiness of oats with the indulgence of chocolate, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Softened but not melted.
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/8 cup white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds richness and aroma.
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon For added warmth and flavor.
- 1/4 tsp salt Enhances all flavors.
- 1 1/2 cup quick cooking oats For chewiness.
- 1 cup chocolate chips Use your favorite type of chocolate.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cream the softened butter, light brown sugar, and white sugar in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the oats and chocolate chips.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) while the dough chills.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop the chilled dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 13 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers remain slightly underbaked.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
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Notes
Enjoy cookies warm served with a glass of milk or store in an airtight container for up to a week. For variations, consider adding nuts or using different types of chocolate chips.