Recipe: Moist Oatmeal Cookies 🍪
Description:
My Aunt Bonnie shared this cherished recipe with me during my teenage years, and it’s been a staple in my kitchen ever since. These Moist Oatmeal Cookies are soft, tender, and boast a delightful, subtle flavor that’s simply irresistible. Plus, this recipe yields a generous batch, making it perfect for filling up the cookie jar and sharing with loved ones.
- Category: Drop Cookies
- Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Quick & Easy (< 30 Mins)
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1868.1
- Fat: 83.5g
- Saturated Fat: 20.8g
- Cholesterol: 105.8mg
- Sodium: 1380.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 266.3g
- Fiber: 10.5g
- Sugar: 122.6g
- Protein: 22.4g
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups shortening
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups applesauce
- 1 cup raisins
- 2 cups oatmeal
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions:
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Cream Sugar and Shortening:
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and shortening until light and fluffy. -
Add Eggs:
Add the eggs to the creamed mixture and beat well until fully incorporated. -
Incorporate Applesauce:
Pour in the applesauce and continue to beat until the mixture is smooth and well combined. -
Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the oatmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined. -
Blend Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until a uniform cookie dough forms. Ensure all ingredients are well incorporated. -
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease your cookie sheets lightly to prevent sticking. -
Drop Cookie Dough:
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking. -
Bake:
Place the cookie sheets in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 10 minutes or until the cookies are set and lightly golden brown around the edges. -
Cool and Enjoy:
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the cookie sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your deliciously moist oatmeal cookies!
Yield:
This recipe yields approximately 4 dozen cookies, making it perfect for sharing or storing for later indulgence.
These Moist Oatmeal Cookies are a nostalgic treat that’s sure to bring smiles to faces young and old. With their soft texture, mild flavor, and wholesome ingredients like oatmeal and applesauce, they’re not only delicious but also a healthier option for satisfying your sweet tooth. Whip up a batch today and watch as they disappear from the cookie jar in no time!