Bonnie Stern's Extra Large Apricot Oatmeal Cookies

Indulge in the perfect balance of chewy and hearty with Bonnie Stern’s Extra Large Apricot Oatmeal Cookies—a delightful twist on the classic oatmeal cookie! These oversized treats are packed with wholesome rolled oats and vibrant, tangy chopped dried apricots, creating a satisfying texture and a pop of fruity sweetness in every bite. Hints of warm cinnamon spice up the dough, while creamy unsalted butter and a duo of sugars deliver that rich, caramelized flavor. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe yields generously sized cookies perfect for sharing or savoring solo with a cup of tea. Whether as a midday snack or an indulgent dessert, these oatmeal apricot cookies are a deliciously comforting treat that will quickly become a household favorite. Perfectly soft, golden-edged, and loaded with natural goodness, these cookies combine nostalgic flavors with a gourmet flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup (softened) Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup (packed) Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 3 cups Rolled oats
• 1.5 cups (chopped) Dried apricots

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer on medium speed.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.

Step 6

Stir in the rolled oats and chopped dried apricots using a wooden spoon or spatula.

Step 7

Using a 1/4 cup measure or a large cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.

Step 8

Gently flatten each ball of dough slightly with the palm of your hand.

Step 9

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft.

Step 10

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve warm or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1181.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4407.2

Total Fat 125.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 620mg	0%
Sodium 3830.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 765.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.0g	0%
Total Sugars 393.6g
Protein 83.5g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 451.5mg	0%
Iron 28.0mg	0%
Potassium 2964.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.9%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 67.7%