Decadent Double-Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Delights
Indulge in these Decadent Double-Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Delights that perfectly balance the rich flavors of chocolate with the tartness of cranberries. These chewy cookies are packed with wholesome oats, making them delightful at any time of the day. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a sweet treat at home, this recipe yields 40-45 cookies that are sure to impress your family and friends. Each bite is a burst of chocolatey goodness with a hint of fruitiness, offering a delightful twist on traditional oatmeal cookies. You can use fresh or frozen cranberries depending on availability, making this recipe versatile year-round.
45
Servings
53
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
baker's chocolate
6 ounces (coarsely chopped)
fresh or frozen cranberries
2 cups (chopped)
all-purpose flour
1.5 cups (sifted)
baking soda
1 teaspoon
unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons
ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon
old fashioned oats
2.5 cups
butter
8 tablespoons (softened)
light brown sugar
1.5 cups
honey
1 tablespoon
vanilla extract
2 teaspoons
eggs
2 (large)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, and set aside. Stir in the old-fashioned oats and mix until fully combined.
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3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with the light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 3-4 minutes.
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4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well combined before adding the next. Add the honey and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined.
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5. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet mixture in two batches, mixing until just combined after each addition. Be careful not to overmix.
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6. Gently fold in the coarsely chopped cranberries and baker's chocolate until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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7. Using a tablespoon, drop rounded scoops of dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, leaving ample space between each cookie as they will spread while baking.
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8. Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
2.2g
Fat
0.7g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Double-Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Delights?
They are chewy oatmeal cookies that balance rich chocolate flavors with the tartness of cranberries.
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields approximately 40 to 45 cookies.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How should I prepare the baking sheet?
Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it before use.
What are the dry ingredients used in this recipe?
The dry ingredients include all-purpose flour, baking soda, cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, and old-fashioned oats.
How long should I cream the butter and sugar?
Cream the softened butter with the light brown sugar for about 3-4 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
How should the eggs be added to the mixture?
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well combined before adding the next.
When should I add the honey and vanilla extract?
Add the honey and vanilla extract after the eggs are fully combined, mixing until just incorporated.
What is the best way to incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture?
Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet mixture in two batches, being careful not to overmix.
What type of chocolate is used in these cookies?
The recipe calls for 6 ounces of coarsely chopped baker's chocolate.
Can I use frozen cranberries?
Yes, you can use either fresh or frozen cranberries depending on what is available.
How should the cranberries and chocolate be added?
Gently fold them into the dough until they are evenly distributed.
What size scoops of dough should I use?
Use a tablespoon to drop rounded scoops of dough onto the cookie sheet.
Why do I need to leave space between the cookies on the sheet?
You should leave ample space because the cookies will spread while baking.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 9 to 11 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
The edges should be set, but the centers should still be soft.
What is the cooling process for these cookies?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
What type of oats are required?
The recipe requires 2.5 cups of old-fashioned oats.
How much cocoa powder is included?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder.
What is the calorie count per cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 53 calories.
How much fat is in each serving?
There is 2.2g of fat per cookie.
How much protein does one cookie provide?
One cookie provides 0.7g of protein.
What amount of cranberries is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of chopped cranberries.
Is there cinnamon in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
What type of sugar is used?
The recipe calls for 1.5 cups of light brown sugar.
How much butter is required?
You will need 8 tablespoons (one stick) of softened butter.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 ingredients in total.
What is the preparation for the flour?
The 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour should be sifted.
Are these cookies suitable for holiday baking?
Yes, they are tagged for holiday baking and make a great seasonal treat.
What kind of texture do these cookies have?
These are described as chewy cookies with a burst of chocolate and fruitiness.