Description
If you’re on the lookout for a quick and tasty dessert, you’ve come to the right place. Our Instant Oatmeal Cookies are perfect for those busy days when you need something sweet in a hurry. These cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor. Using instant oatmeal packets not only adds convenience but also gives you a variety of flavors to play with, from maple and brown sugar to cinnamon spice. Get ready to whip up a batch in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 instant oatmeal packets (about 1 ⅓ cups or 129 grams; any flavor like maple & brown sugar or cinnamon)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
For those with dietary restrictions or preferences, here are some helpful substitutions:
- Dairy-Free: Use a plant-based butter.
- Gluten-Free: Swap out the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Low Sugar: Substitute the brown sugar with coconut sugar or a sugar-free alternative.
These easy-to-find ingredients ensure that you can whip up a batch of cookies any time, even on short notice.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the softened butter and brown sugar together on medium speed. Keep beating for about 3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Step 3: Add the Egg
Crack in the egg and mix until it’s fully incorporated. Don’t worry if the mixture looks a bit curdled – it’s perfectly normal!
Step 4: Mix in the Dry Ingredients
Add the flour, instant oatmeal packets, baking soda, and kosher salt to the bowl. Stir everything together until a smooth cookie dough forms. You’ll notice the wonderful aroma of the flavored oatmeal packets at this stage.
Step 5: Scoop and Bake
Using a small cookie scoop, drop balls of cookie dough onto the lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie to allow them to spread. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look just set.
Step 6: Cool the Cookies
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for at least 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: For an extra chewy texture, slightly underbake the cookies by pulling them out of the oven just before the centers fully set.
Equipment
2Pcs Heart Shape Cake Pans, Aluminum Heart Cake Mold, Reusable 10 inch
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- Use room temperature butter: This ensures that the butter and sugar cream together properly, creating a light and fluffy texture.
- Experiment with flavors: Instant oatmeal packets come in a variety of flavors like apple cinnamon, maple brown sugar, and even banana nut. Feel free to mix and match!
- Chill the dough: If you want thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
By following these tips, you’ll ensure your Instant Oatmeal Cookies turn out perfectly every time.