Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

These Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the hearty texture of oats with the rich sweetness of chocolate chips, creating a delightful treat that's both nostalgic and satisfying. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while still incorporating wholesome ingredients like oats, these cookies are a balanced option for dessert lovers. They are also vegetarian and can easily be made dairy-free.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
7. Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.