chocolate chip oatmeal chewy cookies
Indulge in the deliciousness of chocolate chip oatmeal chewy cookies! Perfectly soft, chewy, and loaded with chocolate. 🍪✨
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 12 minutes mins
Total Time 27 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 150 kcal
1 Large Bowl For mixing ingredients.
1 Baking sheets For baking the cookies.
1 Parchment paper To line the baking sheets.
1 Whisk For mixing dry ingredients.
1 Spoon or cookie scoop For dropping dough onto baking sheets.
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter For a rich, creamy texture.
- 1 cup brown sugar Adds moisture and a deep flavor.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Balances sweetness and texture.
- 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients together.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Provides structure to the cookies.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cookies rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
- 3 cups rolled oats Gives chewiness and heartiness.
- 1 cup chocolate chips The star ingredient for that chocolatey goodness.
Optional Additions & Enhancements
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts Adds crunch and flavor.
- 1/2 cup dried fruit Introduces a chewy texture and sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adds warmth and spice.
Cooking Process
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the rolled oats and chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Keyword chocolate chip, cookies, oatmeal