Famous Oatmeal Cookies

Servings: 60 Difficulty: Intermediate
Chewy, golden-brown oatmeal cookies with a perfect balance of sweet and savory
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Famous Oatmeal Cookies

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 60 Calories: 1465.1

Description

These Famous Oatmeal Cookies are a timeless treat, offering a delightful combination of chewy texture and soft, golden-brown edges. Made with simple pantry staples like vegetable shortening, brown sugar, and quick-cooking oats, they deliver a warm, comforting flavor that pairs perfectly with a cold glass of milk. The subtle hint of vanilla and the natural sweetness of brown sugar create a rich taste profile without being overly sweet. Ideal for after-school snacks, potlucks, or simply enjoying with your morning coffee, these cookies are easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser. Customize them with raisins, nuts, or chocolate chips for added variety.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. In a large bowl, beat vegetable shortening, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, water, and vanilla until creamy and well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine oats, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are light golden brown.
  7. Remove cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes.
  8. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
  10. For added flavor, mix in 1 cup of raisins, chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or coconut before baking.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 60


Amount Per Serving
Calories 1465.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 58.8g91%
Saturated Fat 17.9g90%
Cholesterol 46.6mg16%
Sodium 59.1mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 208.5g70%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g78%
Sugars 89.1g
Protein 32.2g65%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: oatmeal, cookies, chewy, homemade, baking, snack, dessert, american, comfort food, vegetarian, easy, classic, oats, brown sugar, vanilla, shortening, family recipe, potluck, after school, golden brown
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