Oatmeal Honey Cookies: A Delightful Treat for Every Occasion
Total Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Description:
These Oatmeal Honey Cookies are a delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With a delightful combination of sweet honey and hearty rolled oats, they offer a wholesome and satisfying bite. Feel free to personalize these cookies to your liking by adding your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips, raisins, nuts, or dried cranberries. They’re quick and easy to prepare, making them an excellent choice for a last-minute dessert or snack.
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
Instructions:
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Preheat Your Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step ensures that your cookies bake evenly and achieve that perfect golden-brown color.
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Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of butter, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1/4 cup of honey, 1 large egg, and 1 tablespoon of water. Use a whisk or electric mixer to blend these ingredients until smooth and creamy. The mixture should be slightly fluffy, indicating that the butter and sugar have been well incorporated.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Sifting helps to remove any lumps and ensures that the salt is evenly distributed throughout the flour.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently to combine. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough cookies. Once the flour is just incorporated, fold in 1 1/2 cups of rolled oats.
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Add Extras (Optional): If you’d like to enhance your cookies, now is the time to mix in any optional ingredients such as chocolate chips, raisins, nuts, or dried cranberries. These additions can elevate the flavor and texture of your cookies, making them uniquely your own.
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Scoop and Shape: Drop heaping teaspoons of cookie dough onto an ungreased baking sheet. Space the dough balls about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading. The cookies will spread slightly during baking, so give them some space.
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Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Keep an eye on them towards the end of the baking time to ensure they don’t overbake. The cookies are done when they are golden brown around the edges but still soft in the center.
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Cool: 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. This helps them firm up and prevents them from falling apart.
Nutritional Information (Per Cookie):
- Calories: 58
- Fat Content: 1.6 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0.8 grams
- Cholesterol: 9.2 milligrams
- Sodium: 52.7 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 10.3 grams
- Fiber: 0.5 grams
- Sugar: 5.9 grams
- Protein: 1 gram
Yield: Approximately 16 to 30 cookies, depending on the size of each cookie.
Enjoy these delightful Oatmeal Honey Cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea. They’re perfect for sharing with friends and family or simply enjoying on your own!
