Oatmeal Lacies: Crispy, Thin, and Delightful Cookies
Welcome to Love With Recipes, where we bring you easy-to-follow recipes with a touch of perfection! Today, weโre diving into a classic treatโOatmeal Lacies. These cookies are wonderfully thin, crispy, and oh-so-tasty. The recipe is simple, nearly foolproof, and perfect for beginners or seasoned bakers alike. Just make sure not to overbake them, as thatโs the only pitfall in achieving cookie bliss.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Quick oats | 1 1/2 cups |
| Brown sugar | 1 1/2 cups |
| Egg | 1 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Butter (softened) | 1/2 cup |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Vegetable shortening | As needed |
Nutritional Information (Per Cookie)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 87 |
| Total Fat | 3.5g |
| Saturated Fat | 2g |
| Cholesterol | 15.2mg |
| Sodium | 67.3mg |
| Carbohydrates | 13.4g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4g |
| Sugars | 10.7g |
| Protein | 0.9g |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oat Flour
In a blender or food processor, measure out 1 cup of quick oats. Blend or process the oats until they reach a fine, flour-like consistency. Set this asideโit will be the foundation for your cookie batter.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
Using a mixer or a large mixing bowl, combine the freshly prepared oat flour and brown sugar. Mix until evenly combined and free of lumps.
Step 3: Combine the Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, beat together the egg, vanilla extract, softened butter, and salt. Stir or whisk until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Step 4: Create the Batter
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly to form a thick, cohesive batter.
Step 5: Add the Remaining Oats
Fold in the remaining 1/2 cup of quick oats to add texture and give the batter its distinctive chewiness. Stir well to ensure the oats are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Step 6: Shape the Cookies
Drop the batter onto a greased cookie sheet using a level teaspoon. Space the drops 2 to 3 inches apart, as the cookies will spread significantly during baking. If placed too close, they may merge into one large cookie.
Step 7: Bake to Perfection
Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn golden brown. Watch them carefully during this step, as they can overbake quickly.
Step 8: Transfer and Cool
While the cookies are still warm, carefully remove them from the cookie sheet using a spatula. Transfer them to a wire cooling rack. Do not leave them on the cookie sheet, as they will harden and stick to the pan. If this happens, gently reheat the pan to loosen the cookies.
Step 9: Re-Grease the Pan
Before baking the next batch, re-grease the pan to ensure your cookies lift off easily. Repeat the baking process until all the batter is used.
Yield
This recipe makes approximately 30 to 40 cookies, depending on the size of your teaspoon drops.
Pro Tips for Success
- Even Mixing: Make sure to blend your oat flour thoroughly to avoid uneven textures in the batter.
- Uniform Sizing: Use a teaspoon for consistency in size, ensuring even baking.
- Careful Timing: Keep a close eye on the cookies while they bake; slight overbaking can turn them too crisp.
- Cooling Matters: Always transfer cookies to a cooling rack promptly to maintain their delicate crispiness.
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, <30 Mins, Oven
Category: Drop Cookies
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