Soft Oatmeal Spice Cookies (Print Version)

Tender oatmeal cookies with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves for a warm, chewy bite. Great with tea or coffee.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

→ Oats & Mix-ins

07 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
08 - 1 cup raisins (optional)
09 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

→ Wet Ingredients

10 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
11 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
12 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
13 - 2 large eggs
14 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# Step-by-step Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
05 - Gradually add the prepared dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
06 - Stir in rolled oats, raisins, and chopped walnuts or pecans with a spatula until evenly distributed.
07 - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough spaced 2 inches apart onto the lined baking sheets.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear just set.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry staples you probably already have
  • Quick prep and baking mean cookies on the table in just over half an hour
  • Easily customizable with mix&ins for everyone’s taste
  • Perfect balance of chewy texture and warm spices in every bite
02 -
  • High in fiber and wholesome oats
  • Freezes beautifully for make&ahead treats
  • Naturally vegetarian and easy to adapt for allergies
  • Can transform into ice cream sandwiches or festive gift boxes
03 -
  • Do not overbake since these cookies set as they cool and overbaking results in dry texture
  • Cream butter and sugar until truly light for the chewiest texture
  • Always use parchment paper for easy cookie removal and quicker cleanup
  • Customize mix&ins with favorite add ins just keep total volume under one and a half cups

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