Vanilla Oat Cookies Recipe

Experience the irresistible magic of these Vanilla Oat Cookies! Inspired by an old cookbook, this recipe delivers a knockout combination of toasted oat and rich vanilla flavor. The secret? Toasting the old-fashioned rolled oats brings out their natural sweetness and creates a delightful texture contrast with the chewy center and incredibly crisp, lacy edges. A touch of salt enhances all the flavors without making them salty. High-quality vanilla extract is essential – don't skimp here! These cookies stay crisp for days, making them perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 94.1 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vanilla Oat Cookies

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How to Make Vanilla Oat Cookies

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, toast 1 ½ cups of old-fashioned rolled oats in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden. Let cool completely.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon baking powder.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Stir in the toasted oats.
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
  10. 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

34g

Fat

11g

Carbs

4g

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