Easy One-Bowl Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

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Thick and chewy, with crispy edges and butterscotch-y middles.

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Updated on September 14, 2025

One-Bowl Oatmeal Cookies

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A 25-minute resting period before baking allows the old-fashioned rolled oats to absorb moisture, yielding cookies that are both tender and chewy while enhancing the overall texture.

Melting the butter to just the right temperature ensures that the dough achieves the ideal consistency, preventing it from becoming too oily or refusing to spread.

The combination of white and brown sugar creates a balance of crispy edges and a moist, butterscotch-y center, providing a superior texture and flavor complexity.

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