Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 call-purpose flour
spooned & leveled
- ½ tspground cinnamon
- ½ tspbaking soda
- ¼ tspsalt
- 1and ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
150 grams
- ½ cunsalted butter
softened
- ½ clight brown sugar
packed
- ¼ cgranulated sugar
- 1 largeegg
room temperature
- 1 tsppure vanilla extract
- 1 csemisweet chocolate chips
Directions
- 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the old-fashioned rolled oats and set aside.
- 2
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a large mixing bowl using a handheld mixer, beat the butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together for 1-2 minutes or until well combined.
- 3
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- 4
Add the dry ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined, then mix in the chocolate chips on low-speed until fully incorporated into the cookie dough. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 5
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats and set aside.
- 6
Using a 1.5 tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, making sure to leave a little room between each one. Gently press down each ball of cookie dough to slightly flatten them.
- 7
Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 10-13 minutes or until the tops of the cookies are set.
- 8
Remove from the oven and cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes, then transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
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About this Recipe
Craving that perfect comforting cookie? These Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are the answer, delivering a delightful texture and classic flavor that feels like a warm hug without any fuss.
What makes these cookies so special is the thoughtful balance of old-fashioned rolled oats and a mix of light brown and granulated sugars, ensuring an incredibly soft, moist center with just the right amount of chewiness. The softened unsalted butter and a room temperature egg contribute to a consistently tender crumb, all harmoniously brought together with pure vanilla extract and a hint of warm ground cinnamon. It’s a recipe designed to deliver consistent, delicious results every time you bake.
Prepare yourself for a truly satisfying cookie experience. Upon biting in, you'll encounter a tender, yieldingly soft texture that gives way to a pleasant chewiness, a hallmark of a great oatmeal cookie. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of slightly textured oats and generous pockets of melted, high-quality semisweet chocolate. The subtle warmth of cinnamon shines through, enhancing the richness of the chocolate and oats, making these cookies wonderfully aromatic and irresistibly comforting. They're a straightforward, dependable dessert that truly delivers on its promise of soft and chewy perfection.
While semisweet chocolate chips are the traditional choice and undeniably delicious, don't hesitate to personalize these cookies. You could easily swap them for milk chocolate chips for a sweeter treat, dark chocolate chips for a more intense cocoa flavor, or even a mix of different chocolate types. For a seasonal twist, consider adding a pinch more spice beyond the cinnamon, or a handful of dried cranberries for a touch of tartness, though the recipe truly shines as written with its classic flavor profile.
These delightful cookies are ideal for a casual treat, a comforting snack alongside a glass of cold milk, or a simple yet deeply satisfying dessert after any meal. They’re perfect for sharing at gatherings, packing into lunchboxes, or simply enjoying a quiet moment of indulgence, bringing a smile with every soft, chocolatey bite.