Oatmeal Date Cookies
Delightfully chewy and subtly spiced, these Oatmeal Date Cookies are the perfect balance of hearty and sweet. Made with wholesome old-fashioned rolled oats, finely chopped dates, and a hint of cinnamon, these cookies offer a classic texture with a naturally caramel-like flavor from the dates. Optional walnuts add a satisfying crunch, complementing the cookies’ soft chewiness. Quick and easy to make, this recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep time, making it an ideal treat for busy days or last-minute gatherings. Whether enjoyed with your morning coffee or as an indulgent snack, these oatmeal date cookies are a delicious and nostalgic twist on a timeless favorite. Bake up a batch today and savor the perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and cozy flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup pitted dates, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the oats, chopped dates, and walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed in the dough.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls 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 look set.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.0 g | 205% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.0 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 1424 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 600.3 g | 218% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.5 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 351.0 g | ||
| Protein | 62.8 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 515 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 2946 mg | 63% | |
*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.
