These chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are a perfect combination of oats and rich chocolate chips, creating a treat that’s both comforting and delicious.
Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream butter and sugars: In a bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until creamy.
Add eggs and vanilla: Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine dry ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
Fold in oats and chocolate chips: Fold in the oats and chocolate chips until evenly distributed in the dough.
Shape cookies and bake: Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until the cookies are golden around the edges.
Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool slightly before enjoying chewy, chocolatey oatmeal cookies.