Chocolate chip oatmeal cookies are the perfect blend of chewy and sweet, combining the heartiness of oats with the richness of chocolate chips.
These cookies are a timeless favorite, offering a satisfying texture and a depth of flavor that appeals to cookie lovers of all ages.
Ideal for an after-school snack, a companion to your afternoon tea or coffee, or simply as a treat to satisfy a sweet craving, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 28 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 38-42 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prep Pans (5 minutes): Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients (5 minutes): In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars (5 minutes): In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until creamy and well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients (5 minutes): Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Add Oats and Chocolate Chips (3 minutes): Stir in the rolled oats and chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop and Bake (10-12 minutes per batch): Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centers are still soft.
- Cool (5 minutes): Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, use old-fashioned rolled oats for a chewier texture. The addition of cinnamon adds a warm flavor that complements the chocolate and oats but can be omitted based on personal preference.
These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container to maintain their chewiness. Perfect for any occasion, these chocolate chip oatmeal cookies are sure to become a beloved treat in your baking repertoire.
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
