German Oatmeal Cookies
Experience the warm, nostalgic flavors of Germany with these luscious German Oatmeal Cookies. Infused with the comforting spices of cinnamon and nutmeg, these cookies feature a perfect balance of hearty rolled oats, rich molasses, and crunchy chopped hazelnuts. A hint of vanilla and optional sweet raisins add depth and texture, making each bite irresistibly delightful. Ready in just 27 minutes, these golden-brown cookies are ideal for cozy afternoons or festive holiday gatherings. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, they’re a must-try for oatmeal cookie lovers looking to add a European twist to their baking repertoire! Perfectly chewy, spiced, and deliciously unique, these cookies are bound to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 125 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams brown sugar
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 125 grams all-purpose flour
- 150 grams rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 75 grams chopped hazelnuts
- 50 grams raisins (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract to the mixture, then beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, rolled oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Fold in the chopped hazelnuts and raisins (if using) until evenly distributed.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Gently flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your hand.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy! These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 172.8 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.2 g | 351% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 2012 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 477.6 g | 174% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.0 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 259.1 g | ||
| Protein | 58.7 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 503 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 2571 mg | 55% | |
*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.
