Description
These classic Oatmeal Cookies are soft, chewy, and full of flavor, with a perfect balance of cinnamon and oats. A timeless favorite for dessert, snacks, or sharing with friends and family, these cookies are quick to make and sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 3 cups quick cooking oats
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture.
- Mix in oats until just combined.
- Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For added texture, you can stir in raisins, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts into the dough before baking.
- Ensure the cookies are not overbaked so that they remain soft and chewy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes