Description
These classic oatmeal cookies are soft and chewy with a perfect balance of cinnamon and sweetness. Featuring rolled oats and optional mix-ins like chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts, they make a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. The recipe involves creaming butter and sugars, mixing dry ingredients separately, and baking the cookie dough after chilling for a rich flavor and chewy texture.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
Sugars
- 1 cup (200g) light brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
Dry Ingredients
- 1¾ cups (215g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 cups (285g) old-fashioned rolled oats
Optional Mix-ins
- 1½ cups chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: Beat the softened butter in a large bowl using an electric mixer for about 30 seconds until smooth. Add both the light brown sugar and granulated sugar, then continue beating for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to ensure even incorporation. Then add the vanilla extract and mix well to combine.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Add Oats and Mix-ins: Stir in the old-fashioned rolled oats until they are evenly distributed through the dough. If using chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts, fold them in at this stage.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the cookie dough and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes, which helps prevent spreading during baking and enhances the flavor. You can also chill it for up to 3 days if preferred.
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Scoop Dough onto Sheets: Use a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop to portion the chilled dough evenly onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look slightly underdone for a chewy texture.
- Cool Completely: Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before removing them, which helps them set and retain their shape.
Notes
- Chilling the dough before baking is important to prevent excessive spreading and to improve flavor.
- You can substitute mix-ins with your favorite nuts, dried fruits, or chocolate chips according to preference.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- For thicker cookies, chill the dough longer or reduce the baking time slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Oatmeal cookies, chewy cookies, rolled oats cookies, easy cookie recipe, classic cookies, cinnamon oatmeal cookies, homemade cookies
