Description
These Cardamom Oatmeal Cookies are the ultimate comfort snack, blending wholesome rolled oats with the exotic, warm citrus notes of freshly ground cardamom. This one-bowl recipe is perfect for busy afternoons, delivering a chewy, gourmet texture that fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Quick to prepare and simple to bake, these cookies are a fantastic addition to any cookie jar, offering a sophisticated twist on a classic favorite that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring everything is well combined.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cardamom.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the rolled oats with a spatula.
Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto your prepared sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown but the centers look soft.
Let them cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Storage: Keep these in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain that chewy texture.
Freshness: If possible, use freshly ground cardamom seeds for a much more vibrant and aromatic flavor profile.
Substitutions: You can add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or dried currants for extra texture and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg