When the need for a comforting sweet treat arises, look no further than the delightful Oat Bran Oatmeal Cookie recipe. These delicious cookies strike the perfect balance between wholesome ingredients and indulgent flavor, making them a delightful choice for any occasion. Packed with the goodness of oat bran and a touch of sweetness, these cookies are sure to become a family favorite in no time.
Oat Bran Oatmeal Cookie
**Ingredients:**
– 1 cup oat bran
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup old-fashioned oats
– 1/2 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the oat bran, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well until fully incorporated.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in the old-fashioned oats and the raisins or chocolate chips, if using, until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
7. Using a cookie scoop or a spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Gently press down on each cookie to flatten slightly.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
10. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Oat Bran Oatmeal Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic oatmeal cookie, with the added goodness of oat bran for a nutritious boost. Perfect for an afternoon snack or a sweet ending to any meal, these cookies are bound to bring smiles to all who enjoy them. So whip up a batch today and savor the warm, comforting flavors of homemade goodness.
