Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
Deliciously chewy chocolate chip oatmeal cookies that are perfect for any occasion, offering a comforting balance of rich chocolate and hearty oats.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature) Ensure it is at room temperature for better blending.
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed Provides moisture and a chewy texture.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
- 1 large egg (at room temperature) Helps bind the ingredients.
- 1 large egg yolk (at room temperature) Increases moisture in the cookies.
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour Base of the cookie dough.
- 1 cup rolled oats (quick-cooking or old-fashioned) Adds texture.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Leavening agent.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps cookies rise.
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt or 3/4 teaspoon regular table salt Enhances flavor.
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Adds chocolatey goodness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cream together the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy.
- Add in the large egg, egg yolk, and pure vanilla extract and mix until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the unbleached all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed butter and sugar mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips gently using a spatula.
- Preheat your oven while the dough rests.
Baking
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them appropriately.
- Bake until they are golden brown on the edges but slightly soft in the center.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Serving
- Enjoy your freshly baked cookies warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Store your cookies at room temperature in an airtight container for several days. You can freeze the cookies for up to three months.