Classic Old Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies
Nostalgic oatmeal cookies with a perfect balance of oats, spices, and sweetness. A timeless classic you can customize and enjoy any time!
Equipment
- oven
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheets
- Cooling racks
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Mix the dry ingredients (flour, oats, baking soda, spices) and set aside. Cream butter, sugars, and eggs in a separate bowl.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients: Combine the wet ingredients with the dry mixture, stirring until just incorporated.
- Add optional ingredients: Stir in any optional add-ins like raisins, nuts, or chocolate chips.
- Scoop and bake: Scoop dough onto baking sheets, spaced evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.