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Classic Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Cookies

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Make simple, comforting homemade oatmeal cookies that are soft in the center and slightly chewy. This easy recipe uses common ingredients for a satisfying treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned or quick oats)
  • 1 cup mix-ins (optional: raisins or chocolate chips)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Stir in the rolled oats and any optional mix-ins like raisins or chocolate chips.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden. For softer centers, remove them slightly earlier.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the dry ingredients.
  • If you prefer a chewier texture, use old-fashioned rolled oats. For a slightly softer cookie, use quick oats.
  • You can make this a one bowl oatmeal cookies recipe by mixing the dry ingredients directly into the wet mixture after creaming the butter and sugars.
  • These cookies freeze well; place cooled cookies in an airtight container between layers of wax paper.

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