Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- Optional: 1 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips
Feel free to swap the nuts for dried fruit or omit them entirely if you’re catering to picky eaters. These cookies are versatile enough to handle whatever you throw in!
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. This step is crucial for achieving that perfect chewy texture.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the oats and any optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips. The dough will be thick and sticky, so don’t be alarmed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft. They’ll firm up as they cool.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Maple Brown Sugar Oatmeal Cookies, recipe, cooking, food
