Chocolate Chunk Oat Cookies
The ultimate comfort food, Chocolate Chunk Oat Cookies are chewy, rich, and incredibly satisfying. Packed with hearty oats and decadent chocolate, these cookies are a perfect treat for any occasion. Make a batch tonight for a deliciously sweet moment!
Equipment
- Whisk
- Blender
- Oven
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups Quaker Old Fashioned Oats divided
- 1 cup white whole wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup Quaker 3 Minute Steel Cut Oats
- 1 cup chocolate chunks
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or Silpat baking mats and set aside.
- 2. In a blender, blend 1 cup of the old fashioned oats until powdery. In a large bowl, whisk together the blended oats, white whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, sea salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- 3. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the unsalted butter and both sugars until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- 4. With the mixer on low, slowly add the flour mixture. Stir in the remaining ¼ cup old fashioned oats, steel cut oats, and chocolate chunks.
- 5. Drop cookie dough, about 2 tablespoons of dough, 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned.
- 6. Remove from the oven and let cool for 2 minutes before carefully transferring the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Tip 1: To store leftover cookies, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature. They’ll stay fresh for a few days, making them perfect for snacking.
- Tip 2: For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies in a single layer, then transfer them to a zip-top bag. They’ll last up to 1 month.
- Tip 3: Get creative! Try adding dried fruits like cranberries or nuts such as walnuts for added flavor and crunch.
- Tip 4: Make sure your butter is at room temperature; this helps create a smooth dough and contributes to a tender cookie.
- Tip 5: A pinch of nutmeg can be added for a warm, spicy flavor to complement the chocolate.