Crunchy Oatmeal Cookies

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The only crunchy oatmeal cookie recipe you'll ever need. Learn how to make AMAZING crunchy oatmeal cookies with this easy recipe.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Crunchy Oat Cookies, Crunchy oatmeal cookie recipe, Crunchy oatmeal cookies

Servings:

½ cup butter softened
½ cup brown sugar packed
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla
¾ cup flour I used oat flour - you can use whole wheat or all purpose, instead
¼ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
1 cup oats
1 cup add-ins I used 1/4 cup currants, 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips, 1/4 cup sunflower seeds, and 1/4 cup flax seeds

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Beat butter, sugar, honey and vanilla until fluffy.
In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. Add to butter mixture and stir to blend. Stir in oats and add-ins.
Drop tablespoons of dough onto greased cookie sheet. Dip a flat-bottomed glass in demarara sugar, and flatten cookies, dipping the bottom of the glass in sugar for each one. Bake for about 18 minutes, until crisp and golden.

Ingredient Tips: Ensure butter is softened for easy mixing. Use any flour you prefer, like oat flour for a nuttier taste or whole wheat for extra fiber.

Substitutes: Swap honey with agave syrup or molasses for a different flavor. Use different nuts or dried fruits to customize.

Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze the dough for up to three months.