Joy of Cooking's Oatmeal Cookies

Soft, chewy, and bursting with comforting flavors, Joy of Cooking's Oatmeal Cookies are the ultimate homemade treat. This classic recipe combines the rich creaminess of butter with the natural sweetness of granulated and brown sugar, perfectly balanced by the warmth of cinnamon and a hint of vanilla. Packed with wholesome old-fashioned oats and customizable with mix-ins like raisins or chocolate chips, these cookies are both hearty and indulgent. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re perfect for bake sales, holiday spreads, or everyday snacking. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, this recipe will quickly become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 unit large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring they are fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

Step 4

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the old-fashioned oats and optional mix-ins like raisins or chocolate chips using a spatula.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each cookie 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 are still soft.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve and enjoy! Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1122.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4226.6

Total Fat 126.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 620mg	0%
Sodium 2684.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 735.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.7g	0%
Total Sugars 414.6g
Protein 69.3g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 531.7mg	0%
Iron 25.1mg	0%
Potassium 2914.2mg	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: 26.2%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 67.5%