Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies (Eggless Delight)
Indulge in these delightful Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies, perfect for those avoiding eggs or looking for a simple yet delicious treat. This recipe combines the wholesome goodness of oats with rich semi-sweet chocolate chips to create a chewy and flavorful cookie that's sure to please everyone. With no eggs required, these cookies are easy to whip up and make a fantastic snack for any occasion. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or save them for later - if they last that long!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter or margarine
1 cup (softened)
brown sugar
3/4 cup (packed)
white sugar
1/4 cup
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (sifted)
salt
1/2 teaspoon
baking soda
1 teaspoon
boiling water
1/4 cup
quick-cooking oats
2 cups
raisins (optional)
1/2 cup
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 cups
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an ungreased cookie sheet.
2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter or margarine until it's light and fluffy.
3
Add the packed brown sugar, white sugar, and vanilla extract to the butter, and mix until well combined.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
5
Dissolve the baking soda in a quarter cup of boiling water, then carefully add it to the butter-sugar mixture.
6
Gradually incorporate the flour mixture, stirring until just combined.
7
Fold in the quick-cooking oats, optional raisins, and semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
8
Using a teaspoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, leaving space between each one.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers appear slightly underbaked.
10
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies (Eggless Delight).
Is this recipe suitable for those who avoid eggs?
Yes, these cookies are an eggless delight, perfect for those avoiding eggs or looking for a simple treat.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
Do I need to grease the cookie sheet?
No, the recipe instructions specify preparing an ungreased cookie sheet.
How should the butter or margarine be prepared?
The butter or margarine should be softened and then beaten until it is light and fluffy.
How much brown sugar is needed for these cookies?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of packed brown sugar.
How much white sugar is used in the dough?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of white sugar.
What amount of vanilla extract is required?
You will need 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How much all-purpose flour should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much salt is included in the mixture?
Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the recipe.
What is the correct way to add baking soda to the dough?
Dissolve 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 1/4 cup of boiling water before adding it to the butter-sugar mixture.
What kind of oats are used in this recipe?
The recipe specifically uses 2 cups of quick-cooking oats.
Are raisins mandatory for these cookies?
No, the 1/2 cup of raisins is an optional ingredient.
What type of chocolate chips should be used?
The recipe recommends using 1 1/2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
How do I form the cookie dough onto the sheet?
Using a teaspoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared cookie sheet.
What is the baking time for these oatmeal cookies?
Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when the edges are lightly golden but the centers still appear slightly underbaked.
Should the centers be firm when taking them out of the oven?
No, the centers should appear slightly underbaked to ensure the cookies remain chewy.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them.
Where should the cookies be placed to cool completely?
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to allow them to cool completely.
Can I use either butter or margarine?
Yes, the recipe allows for 1 cup of either softened butter or margarine.
What tools are needed to form the cookie shapes?
A simple teaspoon is used to portion and drop the dough balls.
Is the flour sifted for this recipe?
Yes, the 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour should be sifted.
How many ingredients are in this cookie recipe?
There are 11 ingredients total, including the optional raisins.
How is the baking soda prepared differently in this recipe?
Instead of mixing it with dry ingredients, it is dissolved in 1/4 cup of boiling water first.
What is the general description of these cookies?
They are chewy and flavorful cookies that combine wholesome oats with rich semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Is this recipe considered easy for beginners?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy baking and quick recipe that is easy to whip up.
What style of cookie is this?
These are considered drop cookies because the dough is dropped by the spoonful onto the sheet.
Can these cookies be stored for later?
Yes, they can be saved for later, though the recipe notes they are great fresh out of the oven.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Tags include cookies, dessert, oatmeal cookies, eggless, and chocolate chip.