A Delightful Lemon Oat Cookie Recipe
I haven’t quite tasted a cookie like this one! So good!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure the cookies come off easily.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add in the egg and blend well.
- Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, taking care not to overwork the dough.
- Gently fold in the rolled oats. The dough will be sticky but manageable.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto your prepared baking sheets, leaving space for the cookies to spread.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft. Let them rest on the baking sheet for a minute, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.
Variations & Tips:
- For a nuttier twist, fold in 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans alongside the oats.
- If you’re fond of raisins or dried cranberries, a handful tossed into the dough will add a nice touch.
- Store these cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for 3-4 days.
- Feel free to add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth and flavor.
Each bite of these cookies offers a taste of the gentle art of hospitality. Enjoy them, savor the memories, and create new ones.