Meg's Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 cups quick-cooking oats
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

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 flour, baking soda, and cinnamon; stir into the creamed mixture.
5. Stir in the oats and chocolate chips.
6. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets.
7. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven.
8. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

• This recipe was created by Meg, a home baker from the United States.
• Oats are a great source of fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
• These cookies are perfect for a snack or a sweet treat after dinner.