Caramel Chewy Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups oatmeal
• 1/2 cup caramel bits

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients and mix until combined.
4. Stir in oatmeal and caramel bits until evenly distributed.
5. Drop dough by rounded tablespoon onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown. Allow to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Oatmeal cookies are believed to have originated in Scotland in the 1800s.
• Caramel bits are sold in the baking aisle of most grocery stores.
• The secret to making chewy oatmeal cookies is to not over-bake them.