Aunt Gail's Oatmeal Lace Cookies

These delicate and crispy oatmeal lace cookies are a family favorite from Aunt Gail. Made with simple ingredients, these cookies have a lacy appearance and a rich, buttery flavor. Perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat, they are sure to impress everyone. These cookies are quick to make and will disappear fast!

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Stir until well combined.
3. Add the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, milk, vanilla extract, and salt to the bowl. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
4. Drop tablespoon-sized portions of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving at least 2 inches of space between each cookie.
5. Flatten the dough mounds gently with the back of a spoon or your fingers to create thin, round cookies.
6. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they turn golden brown around the edges.
7. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
8. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. They will become crispy as they cool.
9. Serve and enjoy these delicious oatmeal lace cookies!

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