Oatmeal Cherry Cookies Recipe

Name: Oatmeal Cherry Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; salt (a pinch); 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 ⅓ cups packed light brown sugar; ½ cup sugar; 2 large eggs; ¼ cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 ½ cups old fashioned oats; ½ cup dried cherries; ½ cup butterscotch chips

Servings: persons

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt (a pinch)
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 ⅓ cups packed light brown sugar
½ cup sugar
2 large eggs
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups old fashioned oats
½ cup dried cherries
½ cup butterscotch chips

1
Position oven rack in center of oven; preheat oven to 350; trim parchment paper to fit each of two baking sheets.
2
Dry whisk the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt together; set aside.
3
With the mixer on medium speed, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
4
Add the eggs, one at a time, and then the milk and vanilla extract, beating well.
5
On low speed, gradually add the flour mixture, beating well after each addition.
6
Slow the mixer down to low speed; add the oats and beat until just mixed.
7
Add the cherries and butterscotch chips, mixing until just incorporated.
8
Using a teaspoon, drop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets so they are evenly spaced.
9
Bake the first sheet of cookies for about 10 minutes, until golden brown.
10
Transfer the cookies to a rack to cool and put the next batch in the oven.

1482

kcal

Calories

Fat

177

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.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, salt (a pinch), and more.

Yes, Oatmeal Cherry 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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Oatmeal Cherry Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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