Indulge in the timeless comfort of homemade **simple oatmeal cookies**, a perfect balance of chewy texture and warm, buttery flavor. This quick and easy recipe is packed with pantry staples like rolled oats, cinnamon, and brown sugar, creating cookies that feel cozy with every bite. Customize your batch with optional raisins for a classic touch or chocolate chips for a decadent twist. Ready in under 30 minutes, these cookies are perfect for busy bakers or spontaneous cravings. Whether served with a cold glass of milk or a hot cup of tea, these golden delights are destined to become a family favorite. Perfect for bake sales, snack time, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this recipe makes 18 cookies that are sure to disappear in no time!
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the rolled oats and optional raisins or chocolate chips with a spatula.
Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers will still look slightly soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve your oatmeal cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea and enjoy!
Calories |
3002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 113.4 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.1 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 1359 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 475.8 g | 173% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.7 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 268.6 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1817 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.