Deliciously Spicy Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

These spicy oatmeal cookies are a delightful twist on the classic oatmeal cookie recipe. Packed with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, these cookies have a kick that will keep you coming back for more. Perfect for fall or winter baking, these cookies are guaranteed to be a hit with friends and family.

Ingredients

• 1 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup raisins or chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Stir in the rolled oats and raisins or nuts, if using.
7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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