Recipe: Chocolate Cranberry Oat Cookies 🍪
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 36 cookies
Description:
Indulge in the delightful blend of flavors with these Chocolate Cranberry Oat Cookies! With a chewy texture and the perfect balance of sweetness, they’re a must-try treat. I highly recommend doubling the recipe because these cookies disappear fast!
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 cups quick oats
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). This ensures the oven is ready for baking when your cookie dough is prepared.
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. This step ensures even distribution of leavening agents and spices in the cookie dough.
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Cream Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer set on medium speed, cream together the butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, water, and vanilla extract. This creates a smooth and creamy base for your cookie dough.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, beating on low speed until everything is well combined. This step ensures that the flour mixture is evenly incorporated into the dough.
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Add Mix-Ins: Stir in the quick oats, dried cranberries, pecans, and chocolate chips. For an extra nutty flavor, you can toast the oats and nuts in a frying pan over medium heat until lightly browned. Let them cool completely before adding to the rest of the ingredients.
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Form Cookies: Drop heaping tablespoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
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Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly browned. Be careful not to overbake if you prefer chewy cookies.
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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 set and develop their chewy texture.
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Enjoy: Once cooled, serve these delicious Chocolate Cranberry Oat Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage. They’re perfect for any occasion, from snack time to holiday gatherings!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 141.6
- Total Fat: 7.5g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 16mg
- Sodium: 58.7mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 18g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.4g
- Sugar: 10.6g
- Protein: 2g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize these cookies by adding your favorite mix-ins, such as chopped nuts, dried fruits, or different types of chocolate chips.
- Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage. Simply thaw them at room temperature before enjoying.
- These cookies make a wonderful homemade gift for friends and family. Package them in a decorative tin or box for a thoughtful and delicious present.
