Loaded Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Loaded Oatmeal Cookies! Inspired by a Better Homes and Gardens recipe, these chewy delights are packed with oats, cranberries, walnuts, chocolate, and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for a cozy afternoon treat or a delightful addition to your next bake sale. Get ready for a burst of flavor in every bite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 14 mins
Calories 82.8 kcal
Protein 3g
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Loaded Oatmeal Cookies 30

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Ingredients for Loaded Oatmeal Cookies

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • ¼ cup flaxseed meal
  • ½ cup wheat germ
  • Dark Chocolate
  • Dried Cranberries
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts

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How to Make Loaded Oatmeal Cookies

  1. Preheat 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 with an electric mixer on medium-high speed for 30 seconds.
  3. Add 1 cup packed light brown sugar, ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  4. Beat until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  5. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until combined.
  6. Gradually beat in 3 cups all-purpose flour until just incorporated.
  7. Stir in 2 cups rolled oats, ¼ cup flaxseed meal, ½ cup wheat germ, 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, ½ cup dried cranberries, and ½ cup chopped walnuts.
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

8g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Loaded Oatmeal Cookies?

Loaded Oatmeal Cookies takes about 29 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 14 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Loaded Oatmeal Cookies?

Loaded Oatmeal Cookies has approximately 82.8 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Loaded Oatmeal Cookies?

The key ingredients for Loaded Oatmeal Cookies are Butter, Brown Sugar, Granulated Sugar, Ground Cinnamon, Baking Soda, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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