Recipe: Quaker Oatmeal Cookies
These classic Quaker Oatmeal Cookies are chewy, flavorful, and packed with the wholesome goodness of oats. Perfect for an afternoon snack or dessert, they are easy to make and customizable with your favorite add-ins like raisins or chocolate chips.
Ingredients
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups Quaker old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins or chocolate chips optional
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.
Cream the Butter and Sugars:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This will take about 3-4 minutes with an electric mixer.
Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully mixed before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in the Quaker oats and your choice of raisins or chocolate chips, if using.
Scoop and Bake:
- Drop spoonfuls (about 1 tablespoon) of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Flatten the tops slightly with the back of the spoon.
Bake:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still slightly soft. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve warm or at room temperature. These cookies are perfect with a glass of milk or your favorite tea.
Notes
For a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies. You can add raisins, chocolate chips, or nuts to personalize your batch.