Soft Cranberry White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
A delightful blend of tart cranberries and sweet white chocolate in a chewy oatmeal cookie.
Equipment
- 1 Baking Sheet lined with parchment paper
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
- 1 Wire Rack
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the oats, dried cranberries, and white chocolate chips with a spatula or wooden spoon.
- Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Serving
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!
Storage
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.
Notes
Pro Tips: Use room temperature butter for a smooth dough and don't overmix after adding the dry ingredients to keep cookies soft.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use raisins or dried cherries instead of cranberries, or add nuts for extra crunch.
How to Serve: Perfect with milk or tea, and great for holiday gifts or snacks.
Storage & Freshness: Store in airtight containers to maintain freshness. Freeze for longer storage.
Make-Ahead Tips: Dough can be prepared ahead and chilled overnight for quick baking the next day.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use raisins or dried cherries instead of cranberries, or add nuts for extra crunch.
How to Serve: Perfect with milk or tea, and great for holiday gifts or snacks.
Storage & Freshness: Store in airtight containers to maintain freshness. Freeze for longer storage.
Make-Ahead Tips: Dough can be prepared ahead and chilled overnight for quick baking the next day.