Homemade Oatmeal Cookie Recipe

Oatmeal cookies are a delightful treat that can be both delicious and nutritious. Here’s a general recipe to get you started:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of oats (quick oats or rolled oats)
• 3/4 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup of brown sugar
• 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Optional: 1/2 cup of chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in any optional ingredients like chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts.
7. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your homemade oatmeal cookies!

Oatmeal cookies are a popular and versatile treat that can be made in many different ways to suit various tastes and dietary needs. Here’s a more detailed look at how you can make oatmeal cookies:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of oats (quick oats or rolled oats)
• 3/4 cup of all-purpose flour (or a combination of whole wheat and all-purpose flour)
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened (you can also use coconut oil or a vegan butter substitute)
• 1/2 cup of brown sugar (you can use a combination of brown sugar and white sugar)
• 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
• 1 large egg (or a flax egg for a vegan version)
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Optional: 1/2 cup of chocolate chips, raisins, chopped nuts, or dried fruit

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Fold in any optional ingredients like chocolate chips, raisins, nuts, or dried fruit.
7. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips:

• For a chewier texture, use old-fashioned rolled oats instead of quick oats.
• If you prefer softer cookies, slightly underbake them and let them cool completely on the baking sheet.
• You can customize your oatmeal cookies by adding different mix-ins like shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.
• Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage.

Enjoy your homemade oatmeal cookies, and feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to make them your own!