Honey Oatmeal Chewies π―πͺ
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 72 cookies
Description:
Delve into a bit of nostalgia with these delightful Honey Oatmeal Chewies. Rediscovered from an old recipe box, this gem hails from the era when butter-flavored Crisco made its grand entrance. It’s a timeless treat that exudes warmth and comfort in every chewy bite. π°οΈ
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/4 | cups sugar |
| 1 | cup brown sugar |
| 2/3 | cup honey |
| 1/4 | cup milk |
| 1 | egg |
| 1/4 | cup butter-flavored Crisco |
| 1 | teaspoon vanilla extract |
| 2 1/2 | cups all-purpose flour |
| 1 | teaspoon baking soda |
| 1/2 | teaspoon salt |
| 1 | cup quick-cooking oats |
| 1 | cup flaked coconut |
| 1 | cup raisins |
| 1/2 | cup walnut pieces |
Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
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Cream Together:
- In a large bowl, combine the butter-flavored Crisco, sugar, brown sugar, honey, egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Beat these ingredients until creamy and well combined.
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Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Mix It Up:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Stir in the quick-cooking oats, flaked coconut, raisins, and walnut pieces.
- Mix until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
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Shape and Bake:
- Using rounded teaspoons of dough, drop them onto ungreased cookie sheets, spacing them apart.
- For soft, chewy cookies, bake at 350Β°F (175Β°C) for 11 to 12 minutes.
- For a crispier texture, bake for 13 to 14 minutes.
- Keep an eye on them as oven temperatures may vary.
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Cool and Enjoy:
- Once baked to perfection, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
- These Honey Oatmeal Chewies are best enjoyed with a glass of cold milk or a piping hot cup of tea. π₯β
Tips and Tricks:
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Adjust Baking Time:
- The original recipe suggests baking times for both soft and crisp cookies.
- Depending on your oven and desired texture, you might need to adjust the baking time slightly.
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Storage Suggestions:
- Store these Honey Oatmeal Chewies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.
- They can last for several days, though they rarely stick around that long! π
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Customize Your Chewies:
- Feel free to swap out the raisins for chocolate chips or dried cranberries.
- Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for a cozy, aromatic touch.
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Share the Love:
- This recipe yields a generous batch, perfect for sharing with friends, family, or colleagues.
- They make lovely gifts when packaged in pretty bags or boxes tied with ribbons. π
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 92.1
- Total Fat: 4.6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sodium: 38.9mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 12g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.4g
- Sugars: 7.4g
- Protein: 1g
Recipe Notes:
These Honey Oatmeal Chewies are a delightful blend of sweet honey, chewy oats, and crunchy walnuts, all wrapped up in a golden, coconut-infused cookie. With a recipe that yields 72 cookies, you’ll have plenty to go around for sharing or indulging in a cozy treat all week long. Whether you enjoy them soft and chewy or with a satisfying crunch, these cookies are sure to become a household favorite. So preheat that oven, gather your ingredients, and get ready to bake up a batch of nostalgia and sweetness! π
