Oatmeal Currant Cookies Recipe

Tired of ordinary oatmeal raisin cookies? These Oatmeal Currant Cookies offer a delightful twist, bursting with the sweet-tart flavor of currants and the satisfying crunch of walnuts. Even oatmeal raisin lovers will adore this upgrade! Get ready for a warm, comforting treat that's perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 603.6 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Oatmeal Currant Cookies

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How to Make Oatmeal Currant Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups rolled oats, 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon baking soda.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, ¾ cup packed light brown sugar, and ¼ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in 1 cup currants and ½ cup chopped walnuts.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
  9. Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

228g

Fat

68g

Carbs

30g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Oatmeal Currant Cookies?

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

How many calories are in Oatmeal Currant Cookies?

Oatmeal Currant Cookies has approximately 603.6 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 30 g carbohydrates and 36 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Oatmeal Currant Cookies?

The key ingredients for Oatmeal Currant Cookies are Quick Cooking Rolled Oats, Unbleached All Purpose Flour, Ground Cinnamon, Baking Soda, Unsalted Butter, Light Brown Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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