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Note: dough should be refrigerated at least 4 hours (up to overnight) so plan ahead.
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Cream together the butter and both sugars using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix for 5 minutes, stopping to scrape the sides of the bowl a couple of times. If using a hand mixer, double the mixing time (about 10 minutes), scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl once or twice. The mixture should be really light and fluffy!
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Add eggs and mix them in on medium speed for 2-3 minutes (again, double this time for a hand mixer). Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl once during this time.
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Sift flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg into a medium bowl. Add oats and dried cranberries to the bowl and toss together gently using your hands (or a wooden spoon if you prefer). I like to use my hands!
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Set mixer on low speed and slowly add the flour mixture into the butter-sugar mixture. Mix just until the flour mixture is completely incorporated into the butter-sugar mixture. There should be no more streaks of flour, but do not over-mix! Use a rubber spatula to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl and do any final mixing, if needed.
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Transfer the cookie dough to an airtight container and store in the fridge overnight or at least 4-5 hours.
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When ready to bake, place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Scoop dough out by rounded teaspoonfuls and roll into a ball. Place on a large, rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a baking mat. Space the cookies about 1 1/2 inches apart (I usually do 1 dozen per pan). Smash each ball just slightly with the palm of your hand or with the flat bottom of a glass.
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Bake cookies for 7-9 minutes. They should be just turning brown around the edges but will still look pretty light in the center. Do not over-bake! Remove pan from oven and allow the cookies to cool for 3-5 minutes on the pan. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely (or eat them warm). Do not over-bake these!
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Warning: These are seriously addictive. Enjoy!
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This recipe makes about 7 dozen cookies, depending on how much cookie dough you consume before baking!