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Orange Oatmeal Chews Recipe
Overview:
Orange Oatmeal Chews, a delightful cookie that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert, can be whipped up in less than an hour, making it an ideal treat for any occasion.
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 36 minutes
- Total Time: 51 minutes
- Yield: 30 cookies
- Calories per Serving: 95
- Rating: ★★★★★ (1 review)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup flour
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup rolled oats, toasted
Instructions:
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Prepare Oats:
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Prepare Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
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Prepare Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the Crisco (or any vegetable shortening) until smooth. Gradually add both sugars, creaming well after each addition until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Blend in the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest until well incorporated.
- Gradually stir in the sifted dry ingredients until just combined.
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Add Oats and Pecans:
- Fold in the toasted oats and chopped pecans, mixing well to evenly distribute throughout the cookie dough.
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Shape and Bake:
- Drop the cookie dough by teaspoonfuls onto lightly greased or parchment-lined cookie sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges.
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Cool:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 95
- Fat: 5.1g
- Saturated Fat: 1.6g
- Cholesterol: 9mg
- Sodium: 69.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 11.5g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 7g
- Protein: 1.1g
Recipe Notes:
These Orange Oatmeal Chews are not only delicious but also provide a wonderful combination of flavors with the citrusy zest of orange, nutty crunch from pecans, and hearty oats. They’re perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea, or as a wholesome snack any time of the day. The recipe yields approximately 30 cookies, making it great for sharing or storing for later enjoyment.