Crispy Oat Hermits
Indulge in the rustic charm of Crispy Oat Hermits, a delightful twist on the classic oatmeal cookie. These golden-brown treats boast a perfect balance of crunchy edges and chewy centers, thanks to the combination of old-fashioned rolled oats and a buttery base. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and studded with plump raisins (or dried cranberries) and crunchy nuts, every bite delivers a cozy, homemade flavor. Easy to make in under 30 minutes, these cookies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for snack time, lunchboxes, or gifting. Serve them with a cold glass of milk or your favorite tea for a nostalgic treat that will keep you coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 whole large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 0.5 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the rolled oats, raisins or dried cranberries, and chopped pecans or walnuts. Ensure the mix-ins are evenly distributed.
Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.6 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.1 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 310 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 1379 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 497.0 g | 181% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 308.2 g | ||
| Protein | 43.0 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 391 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1814 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
