Delicious Oatmeal Cookies
Oatmeal cookies have a timeless charm, often evoking warm memories of lunch boxes filled with homemade treats. This classic recipe is a beloved staple, easy to make and even easier to enjoy. You can also experiment by adding date filling for a delightful twist after baking, enhancing their sweetness and flavor.
Cooking and Preparation Times
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 10 minutes | 12 minutes | 22 minutes |
Recipe Category
- Dessert
Keywords
- Cookie & Brownie
- Canadian
- Under 30 Minutes
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 1 cup |
| Baking powder | ½ teaspoon |
| Baking soda | ½ teaspoon |
| Brown sugar | ½ cup |
| White sugar | ½ cup |
| Shortening | ½ cup |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Water | 1 tablespoon |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Rolled oats | 1 ½ cups |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
Nutritional Information (per cookie)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 226.2 |
| Total Fat | 9.7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g |
| Cholesterol | 17.6 mg |
| Sodium | 90.6 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 32.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g |
| Sugars | 17.4 g |
| Protein | 3.2 g |
Instructions
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Sift Dry Ingredients: Begin by sifting the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a large mixing bowl. This step ensures a uniform texture and helps the cookies rise evenly.
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Combine Remaining Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar, white sugar, and shortening together until well combined. Then, add the egg, water, and vanilla extract, beating the mixture until it is smooth and creamy.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined, ensuring not to overwork the dough.
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Fold in Oats: Gently fold in the rolled oats with a spatula, allowing them to distribute evenly throughout the dough.
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Shape Cookies: Take spoonfuls of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Flatten each ball slightly using a glass dipped in flour to prevent sticking, ensuring they maintain a uniform shape while baking.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C) and bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are lightly golden around the edges.
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Cool and Enjoy: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these delightful oatmeal cookies warm or at room temperature.
These delicious oatmeal cookies are not only a comforting treat but also a perfect addition to your dessert repertoire, inviting smiles from kids and adults alike.
