Description
These chewy Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies are a delightful treat, combining hearty oats and tart dried cranberries with warm spices. Perfect for snacking or as a holiday dessert, these cookies are both comforting and flavorful. Enjoy a batch of these wholesome cookies that bring together nutrition and deliciousness in every bite!
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
3 cups old-fashioned oats
1 1/4 cups dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until fully combined.
- Stir in the oats, dried cranberries, and walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centers are still soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For chewier cookies, avoid overbaking. Remove them from the oven while the centers are still soft.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 150 kcal
Keywords: Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies, chewy cookies, holiday treats, easy cookie recipe, healthy cookie recipe