Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

These Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with rich chocolate chips! The oats give them the perfect texture, making them a delicious mix of hearty and sweet.

If you love classic chocolate chip cookies but want something extra, this easy oatmeal cookie recipe is perfect. It’s quick to make and uses simple pantry ingredients!

Let’s bake these chewy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies today!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Add-ins:

  • 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
  • ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)

How to Make Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

These cookies are easy to mix and bake in minutes!

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix the Dough

  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and oats. Set aside.
  2. In another bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla extract, then mix until smooth.

Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients and Chocolate Chips

  1. Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  2. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts (if using).

Step 4: Bake the Cookies

  1. Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.

Step 5: Cool and Enjoy

  1. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  2. Enjoy warm for a soft, chewy bite!

Serving Suggestions

  • Pair with milk for a classic treat.
  • Use for ice cream sandwiches for a fun dessert.
  • Drizzle with melted chocolate for extra sweetness.

Tips for the Best Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

  • Use old-fashioned oats for the best chewy texture.
  • Don’t overbake—cookies firm up as they cool.
  • Chill the dough for thicker cookies.

Fun Variations to Try

  • Raisin Oatmeal Cookies: Swap chocolate chips for raisins.
  • Double Chocolate Cookies: Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder.
  • Coconut Oatmeal Cookies: Mix in ½ cup shredded coconut.

How to Store and Freeze

  • Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Refrigerator: Keep in the fridge for up to 1 week.
  • Freezer: Freeze dough balls for up to 3 months, then bake when ready.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔️ Soft, chewy, and full of chocolate chips!
✔️ A delicious twist on classic cookies.
✔️ Easy to make with simple ingredients!

These Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are a family favorite—chewy, chocolatey, and perfect for any occasion. Bake a batch today and enjoy!

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