These homemade oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are a delicious treat that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of hearty oats and sweet chocolate chips creates a cookie that is both chewy and satisfying. These cookies are sure to be a hit with your family and friends!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups quick cooking oats
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture.
- Mix in oats and chocolate chips.
- Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 12 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
Oats are a good source of fiber and can help lower cholesterol.
Chocolate chips were invented in 1937 by Ruth Graves Wakefield.