Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Here’s a classic and wholesome recipe for Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies a delicious combination of chewy oats and melty chocolate chips that everyone will love!

Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Ingredients (Makes about 24 cookies):

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 and 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. Cream the butter and sugars:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the eggs and vanilla:
   • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
4. Mix the dry ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
6. Add the oats and chocolate chips:
   • Stir in the rolled oats, chocolate chips, and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
7. Shape the cookies:
   • Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake:
   • Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underdone but will set as the cookies cool.
9. Cool the cookies:
   • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips for the Perfect Cookies:

• Use room-temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture.
• For softer cookies, slightly underbake and let them set on the hot baking sheet.
• Add a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for extra warmth and flavor.

Enjoy your Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies perfect with a glass of milk or as a sweet snack anytime!