Description
These Oatmeal Cookies boast a delightful flavor and simple preparation. Made with oats and a blend of sugars, they’re perfect for a warm treat any time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup shortening or butter, but shortening gives the best texture
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 cups oats
- 1 1/2 cups flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the sugar, brown sugar, and shortening using a paddle attachment.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until thoroughly combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of the dough onto a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until they are light golden brown.
Notes
Shortening will provide a better texture than butter.
Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg