Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies + Video Recipe

In my kitchen, the irresistible aroma of softened unsalted butter and dark brown sugar blends seamlessly with eggs, vanilla extract, and hearty old fashioned oats. My Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are thick, soft, and chewy with a burst of semisweet chocolate chips that leaves me smiling each time I bake.

I love creating different recipes in my kitchen and this Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe really gets me excited every time I make it. I first experimented with using 1 cup unsalted butter and 1 cup dark brown sugar because I wanted that rich flavor without making it too sweet.

Then I’ve got 2 large eggs and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract that really help bind everything together. I mix in 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, and just the right amount of salt and leavening with a teaspoon of baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon baking powder.

The real magic is in the 2 cups of old fashioned oats and those 1 1/2 cups of semisweet chocolate chips that give it that satisfying chewy texture. I’ve put together a video to show every step so you can see how easy it is to create a perfect batch of these amazing cookies.

Enjoy experimenting with this Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe that many call one of the best Easy Cookies around!

Why I Like this Recipe

I like this recipe because the cookies come out thick, soft and chewy, which makes them feel super comforting even on those long days when I’m feeling down.

I love how the hearty oats mix with the semisweet chocolate chips to create a seriously cool texture and flavor combo; it’s not too sweet but still totally satisfying.

I really like that it’s easy to whip up and doesn’t require some fancy skills or ingredients, so I can have a batch ready to share with friends or just enjoy on my own when I need a pick-me-up.

And honestly, there’s something special about the way the buttery sweetness fills my kitchen when they bake— it just reminds me of simpler times and makes me smile every time.

Ingredients

• Unsalted butter gives cookies a rich, creamy taste and keeps them moist.
• Dark brown sugar adds deep sweetness and a slight caramel flavor in every bite.
• Granulated sugar gives a crisp texture contrast while balancing the overall flavor.
• Eggs help bind all the ingredients together making the dough hold properly.
• Vanilla extract boosts the flavor with its sweet, aromatic kick.
• Old fashioned oats bring fiber and a chewy, hearty texture the cookies need.
• Semisweet chocolate chips splash in bursts of bittersweet taste throughout.

Ingredient Quantities

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups old fashioned oats
• 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

How to Make this

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter with the dark brown sugar and granulated sugar until its smooth and fluffy.

3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract, making sure they are well combined.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until there are no lumps left.

6. Stir in the old fashioned oats and then fold in the semisweet chocolate chips.

7. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look a bit soft.

9. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

10. Enjoy your thick, soft, and chewy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies warm, maybe with a glass of milk if you like!

Equipment Needed

1. Oven (set to 350°F)
2. Baking sheet and parchment paper
3. Large mixing bowl for creaming butter and sugars
4. Electric mixer or whisk for beating eggs and mixing wet ingredients
5. Measuring cups and spoons for ingredients
6. A separate bowl for dry ingredients
7. Whisk for blending the dry ingredients
8. Rubber spatula for folding in oats and chocolate chips
9. Cookie scoop or tablespoon for portioning dough onto the sheet
10. Wire cooling rack for cooling the cookies after baking

FAQ

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies + Video Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you dont have unsalted butter, you can use coconut oil or margarine. They have different flavors, but still work well in the recipe.
• Dont have dark brown sugar? You can swap it out with light brown sugar. You might need to adjust sugar a bit cause light brown sugar has less molasses flavor.
• Short on eggs? Try a flax egg instead. Mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water and let it sit till its frothy.
• If vanilla extract is missing, almond extract can be used. Just keep in mind it gives a different note so use a little less than the recipe calls for.
• For semisweet chocolate chips, you can use milk chocolate chips or even chopped dark chocolate, if you want a different chocolaty vibe.

Pro Tips

1. Try chilling the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking so the cookies keep their shape better, and they end up chewier rather than getting too flat in the oven.
2. If you have one, using a cookie scoop or even a rounded tablespoon will help keep every cookie about the same size so they bake evenly.
3. Remember that ovens aren’t always exact so it might be a good idea to check your cookies a minute or two before the suggested baking time to avoid overcooking.
4. For extra flavor, you could add a pinch more salt or even a sprinkle of spices like cinnamon into the dough—this little twist can really amp up the taste of your cookies.