Big Recipe Classic Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Introduction

Oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are the ultimate comfort treat. They strike the perfect balance between nutty oats, rich chocolate, and buttery dough. Unlike plain chocolate chip cookies, the oats add chewiness and a wholesome depth of flavor. These cookies are perfect for lunchbox snacks, bake sales, or just a cozy evening with a glass of milk.

Ingredients (Makes about 24 large cookies)

• 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar
• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional but adds warmth)
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3 cups (240g) old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 ½ cups (270g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup (120g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, for crunch)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the dough

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes with a mixer).
2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 2: Mix dry ingredients

1. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
2. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

Step 3: Add the oats and chocolate

1. Stir in the oats, chocolate chips, and nuts (if using).
2. Cover the dough and chill for at least 30 minutes (this helps the cookies bake thicker and chewier).

Step 4: Bake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
3. Scoop dough (about 2-3 tablespoons per cookie) and place on baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between cookies.
4. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden around the edges but still soft in the middle.
5. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Methods

• Chewy cookies: Use more brown sugar than white sugar, don’t overbake.
• Crispier cookies: Bake a few minutes longer and flatten slightly before baking.
• Chunkier cookies: Add chopped dried fruit (cranberries, raisins, or apricots).

Benefits

1. Oats provide fiber and make the cookies more filling than regular chocolate chip cookies.
2. Dark chocolate chips add antioxidants and a rich flavor balance.
3. Nuts contribute protein and healthy fats.
4. These cookies store well—great for meal prep or make-ahead snacks.

Variations

• Oatmeal Raisin Twist: Replace chocolate chips with raisins.
• Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies: Add ½ cup creamy peanut butter to the dough.
• Double Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies: Use cocoa powder in the flour mix and white chocolate chips.

Conclusion

This classic oatmeal chocolate chip cookie recipe gives you the best of both worlds—comforting oats and rich chocolate. Whether you prefer them soft and chewy or crisp and golden, these cookies are endlessly adaptable and always a crowd-pleaser.