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oatmeal chocolate chip cookie on parchment paper

The Best Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

Serving Size 24

Ingredients

  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 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
  • 3/4 cup softened butter (I typically use salted, but either works)

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!