Desperation Cookies

When cravings strike and your pantry is bare, Desperation Cookies come to the rescue with their simple yet satisfying recipe. Made with pantry staples like rolled oats, all-purpose flour, and a balance of brown and granulated sugars, these cookies are a quick and versatile treat ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for last-minute indulgence, they offer endless customization with optional mix-ins like chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts. Melted butter ensures a soft, chewy texture, while the golden edges add just the right amount of crispiness. Whether you’re baking for a crowd or enjoying them solo, these one-bowl, no-chill cookies will become your go-to for cozy, homemade comfort. Keywords: easy cookies recipe, pantry ingredients, chewy oatmeal cookies, customizable cookies, quick dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup butter (or margarine, melted)
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 0.5 cup optional mix-ins (chocolate chips, raisins, nuts, or coconut flakes)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Whisk until the sugars are fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract and egg to the wet mixture and whisk again until well incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula until a dough forms.

Step 6

Fold in the optional mix-ins of your choice, if using (e.g., chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts).

Step 7

Scoop about 1 to 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain slightly soft.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(622.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2780.1

Total Fat 146.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 458.0mg	0%
Sodium 2735.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 327.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 161.2g
Protein 40.8g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 209.2mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 1069.9mg	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: 47.3%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 46.8%