Easy Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup of butter, softened
• 1 cup of white sugar
• 1 cup of brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 3 cups of all-purpose flour
• 2 cups of rolled oats

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. Combine the baking soda, salt, and flour; stir into the creamed mixture.
5. Mix in the oats.
6. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
7. Bake 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.
8. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Oatmeal cookies are one of the most popular cookies in the world.
• Oatmeal cookies are a great snack for kids as they are packed with energy and nutrients.
• Oatmeal cookies are a great way to use up leftover oats.
• You can customize oatmeal cookies with a variety of add-ins such as chocolate chips, nuts, and dried fruit.