Indulge in the perfect combination of chewy oatmeal and rich chocolate chunks with this recipe for Aaron's Chocolate Chunk Oatmeal Cookies. These homemade cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you wanting more. The delightful blend of oats and chocolate creates a delectable texture and flavor that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Best enjoyed with a glass of cold milk, these cookies are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 2 cups chocolate chunks
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed mixture, mixing well.
- Stir in the oats until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chunks until they are evenly incorporated.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown around the edges.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy!
