Nutty Whole Grain Steel-Cut Oatmeal Cookies with Cranberries and Pecans
Indulge in the irresistible taste of these Nutty Whole Grain Steel-Cut Oatmeal Cookies, made using Coach's 'steel-cut, cracked and toasted' oats. These cookies are packed with a delightful nutty flavor and a chewy texture that's simply addictive. With the warm spices of cinnamon, crunchy pecans, and sweet bites of dried cranberries, these cookies are a perfect treat for any occasion. Plus, they're a great way to incorporate wholesome ingredients into your dessert! Enjoy them fresh from the oven or store them for later—though they might not last long! Each batch yields approximately 36-48 cookies, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
3/4 cup (softened)
Brown Sugar
1 cup (packed)
Granulated Sugar
1/2 cup
Baking Powder
1 teaspoon
Baking Soda
1/4 teaspoon
All-Purpose Flour
1 3/4 cups
Sea Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Eggs
2 (large)
Pure Vanilla Extract
2 teaspoons
Ground Cinnamon
2 teaspoons
Coach's Steel-Cut Oats
2 cups (uncooked)
Pecans
3/4 cup (chopped)
Dried Cranberries
3/4 cup (optional)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or leave ungreased.
2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until creamy and smooth.
3
Gradually add both the brown sugar and granulated sugar, mixing until fully incorporated.
4
Add in the sea salt, baking powder, baking soda, and eggs. Beat the mixture until fluffy and smooth.
5
Stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon, ensuring everything is well combined.
6
Add half of the all-purpose flour and mix until just combined. Gradually incorporate the remaining flour until the dough is uniform.
7
Fold in the steel-cut oats, chopped pecans, and dried cranberries (if using) until well distributed throughout the dough.
8
Using a rounded teaspoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
10
Once baked, remove from the oven and 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is for Nutty Whole Grain Steel-Cut Oatmeal Cookies with Cranberries and Pecans.
What specific brand of oats is recommended?
The recipe uses Coach's 'steel-cut, cracked and toasted' oats.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
How many cookies does one batch yield?
Each batch yields approximately 36-48 cookies.
How much butter is needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of softened butter.
What types of sugar are used in these cookies?
The recipe uses 1 cup of packed brown sugar and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar.
How many eggs are required?
You will need 2 large eggs.
What leavening agents are used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
How much all-purpose flour is required?
You need 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
Is there salt in this recipe?
Yes, it requires 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt.
How much vanilla extract should be added?
Add 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
What spice gives these cookies their warm flavor?
2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon provide the warm spice flavor.
How many cups of steel-cut oats are used?
The recipe uses 2 cups of uncooked steel-cut oats.
What kind of nuts are included in the dough?
3/4 cup of chopped pecans are added for a nutty flavor.
Are dried cranberries mandatory?
No, the 3/4 cup of dried cranberries is listed as optional.
How should I prepare the baking sheet?
Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or leave it ungreased.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
Beat the softened butter in a large mixing bowl until creamy and smooth.
When should the sugars be added?
Gradually add the brown and granulated sugars after creaming the butter.
What is the texture of the dough before adding flour?
After adding salt, leavening, and eggs, the mixture should be beaten until fluffy and smooth.
How should the flour be incorporated?
Add half the flour and mix, then gradually incorporate the remaining half until the dough is uniform.
At what point are the oats and pecans added?
Fold the steel-cut oats, pecans, and cranberries in at the very end of the mixing process.
How much dough should be used for each cookie?
Drop the dough by rounded teaspoons onto the baking sheet.
How far apart should the cookies be spaced?
Space the dough drops about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
What is the total baking time?
Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
They are done when the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
What is the general flavor profile of these cookies?
They have a nutty flavor with sweet bites of fruit and warm cinnamon spices.
What is the consistency of the final cookie?
These cookies have a chewy and addictive texture.
Can these cookies be stored for later?
Yes, they can be stored, though they are delicious fresh from the oven.
Is this recipe considered whole grain?
Yes, it incorporates whole grain steel-cut oats.