Frequently Asked Questions
What are Chewy Oatmeal S'more Cookies?
They are a delightful combination of classic camping s'mores flavors—chocolate and marshmallows—mixed into a hearty oatmeal cookie base.
What oven temperature is required for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long do these cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 11 to 13 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
What is the calorie count for one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 60 calories.
How much fat is in each serving?
Each cookie contains 3g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content per cookie?
There are 9g of carbohydrates in each cookie.
Do these cookies contain protein?
Yes, each cookie contains approximately 0.7g of protein.
How much butter is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of softened butter.
Does this recipe use shortening?
Yes, it uses 1/2 cup of shortening in addition to the butter.
How much brown sugar is needed?
You will need 1 cup of packed brown sugar.
Is granulated sugar used in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe requires 1/2 cup of granulated sugar.
How many eggs are required?
The recipe calls for 2 eggs, added one at a time.
How much vanilla extract should I use?
Use 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
What type of flour is best for these cookies?
The recipe specifies 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much baking soda is in the recipe?
The recipe includes 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
Is there salt in the dough?
Yes, add 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How many oats are included?
The recipe uses 1 cup of oats.
How many chocolate chips are added?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chocolate chips.
How many mini marshmallows are needed?
You will need 1 cup of mini marshmallows.
How should I prepare the cookie sheets?
Grease your cookie sheets or line them with parchment paper for easy removal.
What is the first step in mixing the dough?
Beat together the softened butter, shortening, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
How should the dry ingredients be added?
Whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl before gradually adding them to the creamed mixture.
When do I add the oats, chocolate chips, and marshmallows?
Fold these ingredients in last, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
What size should the cookie dough mounds be?
Use a tablespoon or heaping teaspoon to drop rounded mounds of dough.
How far apart should I space the cookies on the sheet?
Space the dough mounds 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
What texture should the center of the cookies have when done?
The edges should be golden brown, but the centers should remain soft.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow them to cool for 1 to 2 minutes before moving them.
Where should the cookies finish cooling?
Transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
Are these cookies suitable for kids?
Yes, they are described as a fun baking project to enjoy with little ones and a great school lunch treat.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
Key tags include cookies, dessert, s'mores, oatmeal, chocolate, marshmallows, and baking.