Cape Cod Oatmeal Cookies

These classic Cape Cod Oatmeal Cookies bring a taste of the coast to your cookie jar. Softened butter, sweet brown sugar, and crunchy walnuts come together in a delicious blend of flavors and textures that will transport you to the charming coastal towns of Cape Cod with every bite.

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup white granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, and salt.

Set aside.

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Next, beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

Gradually mix in the dry ingredients from the medium-sized bowl until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Stir in the chopped walnuts. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. You should end up with 7 delicious Cape Cod Oatmeal Cookies!

Notes

Make sure to use softened butter for the best results, as it will help incorporate air and create a light and fluffy texture.

Don’t overmix the dough, as this can lead to a tough cookie – stop mixing once the ingredients are just combined.

Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the dough, and try to make the balls of dough as uniform as possible so that the cookies bake evenly.

Keep an eye on the cookies while they’re baking, as the baking time may vary depending on your oven.

If you want a crisper cookie, bake for 14 minutes.

If you prefer a chewier cookie, bake for 12 minutes.

These cookies freeze beautifully, so feel free to wrap them individually and store them in an airtight container for up to 2 months.

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 220
• Total Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 100mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 16g
• Protein: 3g