Description
Oatmeal Crunchies are delightful cookies loaded with rolled oats, shredded coconut, and crispy rice cereal for a perfect crunchy texture. These classic American treats combine a buttery base with a hint of vanilla, providing a chewy yet crispy bite that’s ideal for dessert or snack time.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup crispy rice cereal
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar using a mixer until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which ensures a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to incorporate fully, then mix in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor profile of the cookies.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt, ensuring uniform rising and seasoning.
- Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can make cookies tough.
- Fold in Add-ins: Gently fold in the rolled oats, shredded coconut, and crispy rice cereal until they are evenly incorporated throughout the dough, adding texture and crunch.
- Form Cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and the centers are set but still soft.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes to set further, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, preserving their crunchiness.
Notes
- For extra crunch, consider toasting the oats and shredded coconut in a dry skillet before mixing them into the dough.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to vary the flavor and texture.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.