Double Chocolate Oat Cookies
Description
These Double Chocolate Oat Cookies are the perfect blend of chewy texture and intense chocolate flavor. Unlike traditional chocolate chip cookies, this recipe melts a portion of the chocolate chips into the dough, creating a deeply rich, fudgy base that is studded with remaining chips for extra bursts of sweetness. The addition of quick oats provides a satisfying, hearty chew that balances the richness of the margarine and sugar. They are incredibly easy to make with pantry staples, making them an ideal weeknight dessert or a comforting treat for movie nights. Whether you are a serious chocoholic or just looking for a simple, delicious bake, these cookies deliver a warm, homemade satisfaction that disappears quickly from the cooling rack.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 1 cup of the semi-sweet chocolate chips, stirring frequently until smooth. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the margarine and sugar together until light and fluffy.
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Add the melted chocolate, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
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In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in the quick oats and the remaining 1/4 cup of chocolate chips.
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Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
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Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2168.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 100.6g155%
- Saturated Fat 49.6g248%
- Cholesterol 73.6mg25%
- Sodium 1790.9mg75%
- Total Carbohydrate 274.8g92%
- Dietary Fiber 21.1g85%
- Sugars 192.3g
- Protein 28.9g58%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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