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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cultural Context

Oatmeal chocolate chip cookies have their roots in American home baking, combining the heartiness of oats with the indulgence of chocolate. This beloved treat often evokes nostalgia, as families have passed down recipes through generations. Today, variations abound, with some opting for healthier substitutes like whole grains or nut butters, making them a versatile favorite across the globe.

AmericanUSdessert
30 min
easy
24 servings
Servings4
1 cup (120 grams) all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/3 cups (65 grams) granulated sugar
2/3 cup (140 grams) packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 cups (113 grams) unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups (135 grams) old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup (150 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
optional: 1/2 to 1 cup chopped toasted walnuts or pecans

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with similar texture.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate chunks

Dark chocolate has more antioxidants and less sugar.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pecans are a good source of healthy fats and are often less expensive.

1

In a medium bowl, add 1 cup of all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, then whisk together.

2

In a stand mixer bowl, add 1 1/3 cups of granulated sugar and 2/3 cup of packed light brown sugar.

3

Add 1 1/2 cups of room temperature unsalted butter to the sugars and beat on medium speed until light and fluffy.

4

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the mixture, then mix well.

5

Add 1 large room temperature egg and beat until well mixed.

6

Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until almost combined, leaving streaks of flour visible.

7

Add 1 1/2 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats and 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, mixing until just combined.

8

Chill the dough in the fridge for at least an hour or up to overnight.

9

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

10

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.

11

Optionally, top with more chocolate chips or flaked sea salt before baking.

12

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are golden.

13

Remove from the oven, let cool for 1 to 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

medium bowlstand mixerpaddle attachmentparchment-lined baking sheetrimmed baking sheetspatulawire rack

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Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

Oatmeal CookiesChocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

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