Classic Oatmeal Cookies with Old Fashioned Oats Recipe

Introduction

Classic oatmeal cookies offer a perfect balance of chewy texture and warm spices. Made with old fashioned oats and aromatic cinnamon and nutmeg, these cookies are hearty and satisfying—ideal for any time you crave a comforting treat.

Ingredients

• 2 cups old fashioned oats
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
• 1 cup granulated white sugar
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone liner. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Add the oats to a food processor and pulse until they are partially ground, keeping some texture. Pour into a large bowl.
3. Step 3: To the oats, add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
4. Step 4: In another large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the granulated and brown sugars. Let the mixture cool slightly.
5. Step 5: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
6. Step 6: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and stir until fully combined.
7. Step 7: Use a small cookie scoop to drop about 2 teaspoons of dough (9 dough balls) onto the prepared cookie sheet, leaving space as they will spread.
8. Step 8: Bake for 7-8 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
9. Step 9: Remove from oven and let the cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Variations

• For extra texture, add 1/2 cup chopped nuts or raisins to the dough before baking.
• If you prefer softer cookies, shorten baking time by a minute or two.
• Substitute half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor.

Storage

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a sealed bag for up to 3 months. Reheat briefly in the microwave for a soft, warm treat.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use quick oats instead of old fashioned oats?

Quick oats can be used, but the texture will be softer and less chewy. Old fashioned oats provide better structure and a pleasant bite.

Why do I pulse the oats instead of grinding them completely?

Pulsing the oats partially breaks them down to blend smoothly with the flour while maintaining some texture, giving the cookies a nice chew without turning them powdery.

Classic Oatmeal Cookies with Old Fashioned Oats Recipe

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Classic Oatmeal Cookies made with old fashioned oats for a hearty texture, balanced with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. These cookies are soft, chewy, and perfect for a comforting treat any time of day.

• Author: Tim
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 minutes
• Total Time: 23 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 18 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups old fashioned oats
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter (melted & cooled)
• 1 cup granulated white sugar
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone liner to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare Oats: Add the old fashioned oats to a food processor and pulse them until they are partially ground but still retain some texture, not a fine powder. Pour into a large bowl.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: To the bowl with oats, add the all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix everything together thoroughly and set aside.
4. Melt Butter and Combine Sugars: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, whisk in the granulated white sugar and light brown sugar until combined. Allow this mixture to cool slightly.
5. Add Eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the butter-sugar mixture, whisking well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
6. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and stir until just combined to form the cookie dough.
7. Shape Cookies: Using a small cookie scoop, drop about 2 teaspoons of dough (approximately 9 dough balls) onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them evenly to allow for spreading during baking.
8. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
9. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• Do not over process the oats; maintain some texture for the best cookie consistency.
• Ensure the melted butter mixture is cool enough before adding eggs to prevent scrambling.
• Use parchment paper or silicone liners to avoid cookie sticking and enable easy cleanup.
• Cookies will spread during baking, so space them appropriately on the cookie sheet.
• For chewier cookies, slightly underbake and allow them to set during cooling.

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