The Best Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

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If you’re in the mood for a sweet treat that’s both comforting and satisfying, look no further than these chocolate oatmeal cookies

oatmeal chocolate chip cookie on parchment paper

With the perfect balance of chewy oats, cinnamon warmth, and gooey chocolate chips, these chewy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are bound to become a family favorite. 

Why You Should Make Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Instead of Regular Chocolate Chip Cookies:

There’s something about oatmeal chocolate chip cookies that makes them stand out from regular chocolate chip cookies. The addition of oats creates a chewy texture that gives each bite a hearty, satisfying quality you just can’t get with plain cookies. 

Not only do the oats add flavor, but they also pack in a satisfying amount of fiber, making these cookies a little more filling and a bit healthier than your typical chocolate chip variety. The combination of rich, semi-sweet chocolate chips and the subtle nuttiness of the oats makes every bite even more irresistible.

If you’re looking for the best oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, this oatmeal chocolate chip cookie recipe is a must-try!

a white plate of baked oatmeal chocolate chip cookies

Why You’ll Love These Cookies:

  • Chewy & Chocolatey: The oats provide a chewy texture, while the semi-sweet chocolate chips add the perfect amount of sweetness.
  • Spiced Warmth: A touch of cinnamon in the dough adds an extra layer of flavor that balances the sweetness and enhances the overall taste.
  • Simple Ingredients: Made with basic pantry staples, this recipe comes together quickly and easily—no need for fancy ingredients or complicated steps.
  • Freezer-Friendly: Bake a batch now, freeze the leftovers, and always have fresh cookies ready when you need them!

Helpful Kitchen Tools:

  • Parchment Paper: This is essential for lining your baking sheet. It prevents the cookies from sticking to the pan, makes cleanup a breeze, and helps ensure even baking.
  • Large Bowl: A large bowl is needed to mix all the ingredients together. It provides enough space to easily combine your wet and dry ingredients without making a mess, ensuring that everything is evenly mixed.
  • Tablespoon Cookie Scoop: This handy tool helps you measure out uniform portions of dough, making it easy to create perfect cookie dough balls every time. It also ensures even baking, as all your cookies will be roughly the same size.
  • Prepared Baking Sheet: A prepared baking sheet (lined with parchment paper) is necessary for placing your cookie dough balls and baking them in the oven. It’s important to space the dough balls about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading, and the baking sheet should be sturdy enough to handle the cookies without warping.

These tools will make the process of making oatmeal chocolate chip cookies smoother, quicker, and more enjoyable, with perfect results every time!

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup softened salted butter: The butter adds richness and moisture to the dough, while the salt enhances the flavor of the other ingredients. You can also use unsalted butter, but you may want to add some additional salt if you do. 
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar: Brown sugar brings a deeper, molasses-like flavor and helps create a chewy texture in the cookies. Light or dark brown sugar both work in this recipe. 
  • 1 cup white cane sugar: White sugar contributes to the cookies’ sweetness and helps them spread evenly while baking.
  • 1 whole egg: The egg binds the ingredients together, providing structure and helping the cookies hold their shape.
  • 1/4 cup water: The water helps achieve the right dough consistency, ensuring the cookies bake up soft and chewy.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract: Vanilla adds a warm, aromatic flavor that enhances the sweetness of the cookies.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour: Flour provides structure to the cookies and helps hold the dough together. I prefer to use sea salt or mineral salt in my baking. 
  • 1 teaspoon salt: Salt balances the sweetness, enhancing the other flavors and bringing out the richness of the butter and sugars. 
  • 1 heaping teaspoon ground cinnamon: Cinnamon adds warmth and a cozy spice, complementing the oats and chocolate chips beautifully.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda: Baking soda is a leavening agent that helps the cookies rise and gives them a soft, chewy texture.
  • 3 cups quick oats: Quick cooking oats or instant oats create the signature chewy texture in oatmeal chocolate chip cookies and absorb the liquid, making them hearty and satisfying. Quick-cooking oats also absorb the liquid in the dough quickly and help create that perfect chewy texture in your oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. Avoid using old-fashioned oats, rolled oats or steel cut oats as they won’t yield the same results.
  • 1 heaping cup semisweet chocolate chips: Semi-sweet chocolate chips add rich, melty pockets of chocolate that balance perfectly with the cinnamon-spiced oats.
mixing bowl with dough hook full of chocolate chip cookie ingredients

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

In a large mixing bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, and white cane sugar. You can use a hand mixer or stand mixer for this step, or do it by hand with a sturdy spoon or danish dough whisk. Once the sugar and butter are well combined add the egg, water, and vanilla extract, mixing until everything is fully incorporated.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda. Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Then, fold in the quick oats and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Be sure not to overmix, as you want to keep the dough nice and soft. The dough should easily hold its shape when pressed together. 

3. Scoop and Shape the Cookies:

Using a 2-inch cookie scoop, scoop out dough and place it onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use a spoon or bowl scraper to get all of the dough off the sides of the bowl. 

cookie scoop on a wooden cutting board of oatmeal chocolate chip cookie dough

Make sure to space the cookie dough about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.

scoop of unbaked oatmeal chocolate chip cookie dough on parchment paper

Once all your dough is scooped, gently flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers. This will help the cookies bake evenly and achieve that perfect chewy texture. 

oatmeal chocolate chip cookie on parchment paper

4. Bake the Cookies:

Preheat your oven to 350° degrees F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes. I’ve found that 13 minutes is the sweet spot in my oven, so I recommend checking around that time. They will look slightly golden along the edges of the cookies and soft in the center. Don’t worry if they look a little softer in the middle—the cookies will continue to set up and harden as they cool.

an upclose look at two oatmeal chocolate chip cookies on a parchment lined tray

5. Cool and Enjoy:

Let the cookies cool on the cookie sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely. This allows them to firm up without falling apart. I recommend letting them cool for at least 30 minutes or until they’re fully set to get that perfect chewy texture. Once set, serve with a cold glass of milk. 

Storage and Freezing Tips:

  • Storage: Once your cookies have cooled, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They should stay fresh for about 4-5 days. 
  • Freezing: If you want to save some for later (or just love having cookies ready at all times), these chocolate oatmeal cookies freeze beautifully! Simply place the cooled cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for about 1-2 hours. Once frozen, transfer the cookies to a freezer bag or air-tight container. When you’re ready to enjoy them, you can thaw them at room temperature, or pop them in the microwave for a few seconds for a warm, melty treat!

Whether you’re baking for a crowd or just making a batch for yourself (we won’t judge!), these chocolate oatmeal cookies are sure to hit the spot. They’re the perfect balance of sweet and satisfying, with a little extra chew thanks to the oats. 

So go ahead, give this recipe a try, and get ready for the perfect homemade treat to share with family or enjoy all on your own.

Printable Recipe Card:

oatmeal chocolate chip cookie on parchment paper

The Best Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

Serving Size 24

Ingredients

  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup white cane sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 heaping teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 cups quick oats
  • 1 heaping cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix together softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar. Add egg, water, and vanilla, and mix until fully combined.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda. Slowly add to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in oats and chocolate chips.
  • Scoop and Shape: Using a 2-inch cookie scoop, place dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing cookies 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with a spoon or fingers.
  • Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are soft. (13 minutes works best in my oven).
  • Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Allow to cool completely for at least 30 minutes for the perfect chewy texture. Enjoy with milk!

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