Description
Oatmeal Cranberry Pecan Cookies are the ultimate comfort treat, blending chewy oats with sweet-tart cranberries and crunchy pecans. These delightful cookies fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma that brings back cozy memories of baking with loved ones. Perfect for sharing or enjoying solo, they make every occasion special, whether it’s a holiday gathering or a simple afternoon snack. With just the right balance of flavors and textures, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries (plump)
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans (lightly toasted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter until bubbly; let it cool slightly.
- Mix granulated and brown sugars into the melted butter until creamy. Add in the egg and mix well.
- Gradually stir in the flour, oats, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until just combined.
- Fold in chopped pecans and dried cranberries gently using a spatula.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chocolate chips or swapping cranberries for raisins. Chilling the dough before baking can enhance both flavor and texture.