Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Lace Cookies Recipe

Name: Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Lace Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dairy-free, soy-free vegetable shortening; 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup molasses; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 1/2 teaspoons Ener-G egg replacer mixed with 2 tablespoons rice milk; 1 cup Basic Gluten-Free Flour Mix (page 19); 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda dissolved in 1 tablespoon water; 1 1/2 cups gluten-free old-fashioned oats; 1/2 cup chopped dates or raisins

Servings: persons

1/2 cup dairy-free, soy-free vegetable shortening
1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup molasses
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons Ener-G egg replacer mixed with 2 tablespoons rice milk
1 cup Basic Gluten-Free Flour Mix (page 19)
1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda dissolved in 1 tablespoon water
1 1/2 cups gluten-free old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup chopped dates or raisins

1
Preheat the oven to 350F.
2
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
3
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the shortening, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and molasses.
4
Mix on medium speed for 1 minute.
5
Add the vanilla and egg replacer and mix until combined, about 20 seconds.
6
Whisk together the flour mix, xanthan gum, salt, and cinnamon.
7
Add to the creamed batter along with the baking soda dissolved in water.
8
Mix on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
9
Add the oats, stir with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, then stir in the dates.
10
Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls onto the baking sheet, 6 per sheet.
11
Bake for 11 to 12 minutes in the center of the oven, or until the cookies are browning around the edges.
12
Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack by quickly sliding the parchment paper sideways off the baking sheet onto the rack.
13
Let cool to room temperature.
14
The cookies will turn crisp and lacey.
15
Store tightly covered in single layers separated by parchment paper or waxed paper.

405

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* 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

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: 1/2 cup dairy-free, soy-free vegetable shortening, 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup molasses, and more.

Yes, Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Lace 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Lace Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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