Toasted Oats Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup oats, toasted
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Toast the oats in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Set aside.
3. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
4. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
5. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
6. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
7. Fold in the toasted oats.
8. Scoop the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
9. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
10. Remove from oven and let cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Toasting the oats brings out their flavor and adds a unique texture to the cookies.
• You can use either old-fashioned oats or quick-cooking oats.
• For a sweeter cookie, you can add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips or other mix-ins.