Cranberry White Chocolate Oatmeal Delights
Indulge in the perfect balance of chewy oats, tart cranberries, and sweet white chocolate with these delightful cookies! Inspired by a delicious combination once enjoyed at a Seattle Starbucks by my chorus director John Kelleher, these scrumptious treats have become a staple in my baking repertoire, requested time and time again by friends and family. The crispy edges envelop a soft, flavorful center, making each bite a delightful experience. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with a warm cup of coffee, these cookies will quickly win over anyone who tries them!
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Servings
60
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sugar
3/4 cup
Brown sugar
1/4 cup (packed)
Butter
1/2 cup (softened)
Egg
1 large
Vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon
Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
All-purpose flour
1 cup
Quick-cooking oats
1 1/2 cups (not instant)
Dried cranberries
3/4 cup
White chocolate chips
6 ounces
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, packed brown sugar, and softened butter using an electric mixer. Blend until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Incorporate the large egg and vanilla extract into the butter mixture, mixing thoroughly until everything is well combined.
4
Sift in the cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and all-purpose flour. Mix until the dry ingredients are just incorporated into the wet mixture.
5
Gently fold in the quick-cooking oats, dried cranberries, and white chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6
Scoop approximately 1-inch balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 3 inches apart.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
8
Once baking is complete, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
2.5g
Fat
8.8g
Carbs
0.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cranberry White Chocolate Oatmeal Delights?
These are scrumptious cookies featuring a balance of chewy oats, tart cranberries, and sweet white chocolate with crispy edges and a soft center.
Who inspired this recipe?
The recipe was inspired by a flavor combination enjoyed at a Seattle Starbucks by chorus director John Kelleher.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees Celsius.
How should I prepare the baking sheet?
You should grease the baking sheet or line it with parchment paper before placing the dough.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
Cream together the granulated sugar, packed brown sugar, and softened butter using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
When do I add the egg and vanilla?
Incorporate the large egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar mixture, mixing thoroughly.
What dry ingredients are sifted into the dough?
The cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and all-purpose flour should be sifted into the wet mixture.
What type of oats are used in this recipe?
This recipe uses 1.5 cups of quick-cooking oats, but specifies not to use instant oats.
How do I incorporate the cranberries and chocolate chips?
Gently fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips at the end of the mixing process.
What size should the dough balls be?
Scoop the dough into approximately 1-inch balls.
How far apart should the cookies be spaced on the sheet?
The dough balls should be placed about 3 inches apart to allow for spreading.
What is the baking time for these cookies?
Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
The edges should be lightly golden while the centers remain soft.
What is the initial cooling process?
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 to 3 minutes before moving them.
Where should the cookies finish cooling?
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely after the initial rest on the baking sheet.
How many calories are in one cookie?
There are 60 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 2.5 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each cookie?
There are 8.8 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of these cookies?
Each cookie contains 0.5 grams of protein.
Does the recipe include brown sugar?
Yes, it requires 1/4 cup of packed brown sugar.
How much white chocolate is needed?
The recipe calls for 6 ounces of white chocolate chips.
Is cinnamon used in this recipe?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon is included for flavor.
Should the butter be cold or softened?
The recipe specifically calls for 1/2 cup of softened butter.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 total ingredients in this cookie recipe.
What kind of flour is used?
The recipe requires 1 cup of all-purpose flour.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Can I use dried cranberries?
Yes, the recipe requires 3/4 cup of dried cranberries.
Is baking soda or baking powder used?
This recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
What is the texture of these cookies?
They are described as having a soft, flavorful center with crispy edges.
Are these cookies suitable for holiday gatherings?
Yes, they are ideal for sharing at gatherings and are often requested during the holidays.