Gerry Lefevers Famous Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

These oatmeal cookies are a family heirloom, passed down through generations! My mother, Gerry Lefever, baked these for us from grade school on, and they were always a source of joyful chaos – my brothers hunting for hidden cookie cans, and me snatching them straight from the cooling rack! Relive the nostalgia and bake up a batch of these irresistible, chewy oatmeal cookies today. They're guaranteed to become a family favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 474.7 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Gerry Lefevers Famous Oatmeal Cookies

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How to Make Gerry Lefevers Famous Oatmeal Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the chocolate chips and raisins (or nuts, if desired).
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
  9. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

148g

Fat

25g

Carbs

21g

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