Description
Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the sweet creaminess of white chocolate with the tartness of fresh cranberries, all nestled in a chewy oatmeal base. Perfect for any occasion—from festive holiday gatherings to cozy afternoon snacks—these cookies are quick and easy to make, ensuring that every bite is filled with flavor and texture. With added pecans for crunch, they’re sure to impress your family and friends. This recipe yields a generous batch, making it ideal for sharing or storing for those unexpected cravings!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, quartered
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in oats, cranberries, pecans, and white chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto an ungreased cookie sheet with about two inches space between each scoop.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly browned on the edges.
- Allow cookies to cool on a rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg