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Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

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A simple and reliable recipe for chewy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies with a perfect balance of moisture and chewiness, featuring melty chocolate pockets and a warm vanilla aroma.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (135g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, cream together ½ cup softened unsalted butter, ¾ cup brown sugar, and ¼ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups rolled oats, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, and optional ½ teaspoon cinnamon until no lumps remain.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. The dough will be thick and slightly sticky; avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
  7. Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop dough balls about 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets. Flatten slightly with fingers or the back of a spoon.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers look soft. Cookies will firm up as they cool.
  9. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough once flour and oats are added to avoid tough cookies. Use softened butter at room temperature (65-70°F) for best creaming results. Pull cookies out when edges are golden but centers are still soft to maintain chewiness. Chill dough for 15-20 minutes if kitchen is warm to prevent spreading. Use parchment or silicone mats to prevent sticking.

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