Easy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Craving warm, gooey chocolate chip oatmeal cookies? These ridiculously easy cookies are ready in under an hour and are perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth! Even beginner bakers can master this recipe, making it a weekly staple in our house. They're so delicious, they never last more than 24 hours! Customize them with your favorite mix-ins like coconut, nuts, or dried cranberries for endless flavor combinations. Get ready for cookie bliss!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 103.1 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Easy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

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How to Make Easy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in 2 cups rolled oats and 2 cups chocolate chips (or your favorite mix-ins!).
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

7g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies?

Easy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies?

Easy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies has approximately 103.1 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies?

The key ingredients for Easy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies are Margarine, Brown Sugar, White Sugar, Vanilla, Flour, Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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