Chocolate Chip and M&M Oatmeal Cookies
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, < 30 Mins, Oven
Description: These delightful cookies are a perfect combination of chewy oatmeal, gooey chocolate chips, and colorful M&M candies. The incorporation of festive red and green M&Ms makes them an ideal treat for Christmas, adding a cheerful touch to your holiday celebrations.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 264.2
- Fat Content: 13.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 6.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 28.7mg
- Sodium Content: 201.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 33.9g
- Fiber Content: 2.2g
- Sugar Content: 20.4g
- Protein Content: 3.9g
Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5 stars)
Review Count: 43
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of butter
- 4 cups of flour
- 2 teaspoons of baking soda
- 2 cups of sugar
- 5 cups of oatmeal
- 24 ounces of chocolate chips
- 2 cups of brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 3 teaspoons of vanilla
Yield: Approximately 60 cookies
Instructions:
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Cream the Butter and Both Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together 2 cups of butter, 2 cups of sugar, and 2 cups of brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate 4 large eggs and 3 teaspoons of vanilla into the creamy mixture. Mix until well combined.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine 4 cups of flour, 5 cups of oatmeal, 1 teaspoon of salt, 2 teaspoons of baking soda, and 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
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Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Ensure thorough mixing to create a consistent cookie dough.
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Add Chocolate Chips and Nuts: Gently fold in 24 ounces of chocolate chips. Optionally, you can also add your favorite nuts for an extra crunch and flavor.
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Form Cookie Dough Balls: Roll the cookie dough into small balls and place them two inches apart on a prepared cookie sheet.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake the cookies for approximately 10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
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Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, indulge in these scrumptious Chocolate Chip and M&M Oatmeal Cookies.
These festive cookies are not only visually appealing but also a crowd-pleaser with their delightful blend of textures and flavors. Perfect for any occasion, they are sure to become a favorite in your repertoire of cookie recipes. Share the joy by baking a batch and savoring the delectable combination of oats, chocolate, and M&M candies in every bite! 🍪✨
