Chinese Five-Spice Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Name: Chinese Five-Spice Oatmeal Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup (1/2 lb.) butter, at room temperature; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar; 2 large eggs; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons Chinese five spice; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats; 1 cup coarsely ground toasted almonds (see notes)

Servings: persons

1 cup (1/2 lb.) butter, at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons Chinese five spice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
1 cup coarsely ground toasted almonds (see notes)

1
In a bowl, with an electric mixer on medium speed, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well blended. Beat in eggs and vanilla until smooth, scraping down sides of bowl as needed.
2
In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, five spice, cinnamon, and salt. Stir or beat into butter mixture until well incorporated. Stir in oats and almonds.
3
Drop dough in 1 1/2-tablespoon portions, 1 1/2 inches apart, onto buttered 12- by 15-inch baking sheets.
4
Bake cookies in a 350u00b0 oven until golden, 12 to 15 minutes; if baking more than one pan at a time, switch pan positions halfway through baking.
5
With a wide spatula, transfer cookies to racks to cool. If hot cookies start to break, slide a thin spatula under them to release; let stand on pan to firm up, 2 to 5 minutes, then transfer to racks to cool completely.
6
Note: Nutritional analysis is per cookie.

1438

kcal

Calories

Fat

179

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup (1/2 lb.) butter, at room temperature, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Chinese Five-Spice Oatmeal Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Chinese Five-Spice Oatmeal Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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