Chewy Oatmeal Walnut Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the delightful combination of wholesome oats, crunchy walnuts, and rich dark chocolate with these Chewy Oatmeal Walnut Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies. Each cookie is a perfect balance of chewy texture and sweet flavor, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Adapted from Kim D.'s timeless recipe, this version harnesses the goodness of oatmeal and nutty walnuts to create a cookie that's not just delicious but also a bit healthier. Perfect for afternoon snacks, dessert, or to share with friends and family!
36
Servings
120
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (measured)
baking soda
1 1/4 teaspoons (sifted)
salt
1 teaspoon (measured)
butter
1/2 cup (softened)
coconut oil
1/2 cup (solid)
brown sugar
3/4 cup (packed)
granulated sugar
3/4 cup (measured)
eggs
2 large (beaten)
hot water
1 teaspoon (boiled)
vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons (measured)
walnuts
1 cup (chopped)
dark chocolate chips
12-16 ounces (measured)
quick oats
2 cups (measured)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined, then set aside.
3
In a separate small bowl, cream together the softened butter, solid coconut oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4
Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
5
In a separate cup, stir the hot water and vanilla extract together, then combine this mixture with the flour mixture, stirring gently until just incorporated.
6
Fold in the quick oats, dark chocolate chips, and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7
Add the creamed butter and sugar mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until everything is evenly combined and no dry ingredients remain.
8
Using a tablespoon-sized cookie scoop or a large spoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto a non-stick cookie sheet (or use parchment paper). Leave enough space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 9 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centers are slightly soft.
10
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container or a sealed cookie jar to keep them fresh.
Nutrition Information
6g
Fat
15g
Carbs
1.5g
Protein
1g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Chewy Oatmeal Walnut Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies?
These are delicious treats that combine wholesome oats, crunchy walnuts, and rich dark chocolate for a perfect balance of chewy texture and sweet flavor.
What is the recommended oven temperature for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 36 servings.
What type of flour is used in the cookies?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of measured all-purpose flour.
How should the baking soda be prepared?
You should use 1 1/4 teaspoons of baking soda, and it should be sifted.
What is the salt requirement for the dough?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of measured salt.
How much butter is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of softened butter.
What form of coconut oil is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of solid coconut oil.
How much brown sugar is needed?
Use 3/4 cup of packed brown sugar.
What amount of granulated sugar is included?
The recipe includes 3/4 cup of measured granulated sugar.
How many eggs are used in the batter?
Two large, beaten eggs are required for this recipe.
Why is hot water included in the instructions?
One teaspoon of boiled hot water is mixed with vanilla extract and then combined with the flour mixture.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of measured vanilla extract.
How many walnuts should be added?
Add 1 cup of chopped walnuts to the batter.
What type and quantity of chocolate chips are used?
Use 12-16 ounces of measured dark chocolate chips.
What type of oats are used for the texture?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of measured quick oats.
How should the dry ingredients be mixed?
Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl until well combined.
How should the fats and sugars be creamed?
In a separate small bowl, cream together the softened butter, solid coconut oil, and both sugars until light and fluffy.
How do you incorporate the eggs into the mixture?
Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition.
When do you add the oats and walnuts?
Fold in the quick oats, dark chocolate chips, and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
What size should the cookie dough balls be?
Use a tablespoon-sized cookie scoop or a large spoon to drop rounded balls of dough.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake them in the preheated oven for 9 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
The edges should be golden and the centers should be slightly soft.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
What is the best way to store these cookies?
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container or a sealed cookie jar.
How many calories are in one cookie?
There are 120 calories per cookie.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each cookie contains 6g of fat.
How much protein does each cookie provide?
Each serving provides 1.5g of protein.
Are these cookies considered a healthy snack?
The recipe is adapted to be a bit healthier by utilizing wholesome oats and nutty walnuts.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Key tags include cookies, oatmeal, walnut, dark chocolate, dessert, chewy, baking, and healthy.