Description

These soft and chewy oatmeal cookies feature a deep molasses flavor from brown sugar and a vibrant aromatic touch of cinnamon. Perfect for a cozy snack, they offer a delightful contrast between golden-crisp edges and a tender, buttery center.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
Optional: 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped walnuts
Optional: flaky sea salt for topping

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a heavy-duty sheet pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the room-temperature butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar for 2-3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then pour in the vanilla extract and mix well.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon, then stir in the rolled oats.
Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture all at once and mix on the lowest speed just until the white streaks of flour disappear.
Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough into consistent rounds and arrange them on the prepared sheet pans, leaving two inches of space between each.
Bake for 8-10 minutes for smaller cookies or 10-12 minutes for larger ones, until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
Sprinkle with flaky salt if desired, let the cookies rest on the sheet pan for 5 minutes, and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, try toasting the dry oats in a skillet for a few minutes before adding them to the dough to enhance their natural nuttiness. Ensure your butter is at room temperature rather than melted to prevent the cookies from spreading too thin during the baking process.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American