Cranberry Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies are the perfect combination of chewy, hearty oats, sweet chocolate chips, and tangy dried cranberries. These cookies offer a delightful twist on the classic oatmeal cookie, with bursts of fruity flavor that balance the richness of the chocolate. Perfect for snacking, holiday cookie exchanges, or simply indulging your sweet tooth, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to love. Serve them with a glass of milk or a cup of tea for a comforting treat.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the Oats, Cranberries, and Chocolate Chips: Stir in the rolled oats, dried cranberries, and chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop the Dough: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop dough balls (about 1 ½ tablespoons each) onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft. Be careful not to overbake to maintain a chewy texture.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Cranberry Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies are a delightful combination of flavors and textures, perfect for any time of year. Enjoy the chewy, chocolaty, and fruity goodness in every bite!
