These Big and Chewy Oatmeal Cookies are everything you are looking for in a cookie- easy, chewy, extra big, and packed with delicious add-ins.
This recipe is pretty special to me. My sweet friend Suzanne was telling me about a cookie her mom used to make before she passed away and I decided I wanted to try to replicate that cookie for her. She told me what was in it including all the qualities that mattered. I got to work and after a couple tries it came out perfect. She said it was just like her mom used to make and that made me happy. I love that food can do that- bring back a memory or remind you of someone. Now she'll be able to make these whenever she wants.
These cookies are not for the faint-of-heart. Each ball of dough is ⅓ cup and the whole batch only makes 8 cookies. They are huge and remind me of those specialty cookies you buy at bakeries. That's not a bad thing! They make the perfect gift because they are so big and look very impressive. Good thing is, they are super easy to make!
A couple essential ingredients in creating the most chewy oatmeal cookie are brown sugar and molasses. The brown sugar keeps the cookie incredibly moist and soft and the tablespoon of molasses- a little goes a long way and it gives great depth of flavor.
One thing that can happen when making oatmeal cookies is that they can come out flat and thin. I know because it has happened to me many times! I played around with the measurements and also added a super helpful ingredient- cornstarch. I've used it in chocolate chip cookies to keep them thick so I figured it would also work in these and I was right. These cookies are super thick and so chewy- perfect!! Also, because of the cornstarch there is no need to refrigerate the dough- a step most cookie recipes call for.
You will love this cookie because it is so big, chewy, soft, and easy to make. A classic made bigger and better.
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Big and Chewy Oatmeal Cookies
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter room temperature
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon Blackstrap Molasses
- ¾ cup flour
- 1 ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoon cornstarch
- ¾ cup dried cherries
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° and line 2 sheet trays with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine flour, oats, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and cornstarch. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, white sugar, egg and molasses. Stir until completely smooth. Add in the dry mixture and stir until evenly mixed. Add in the cherries, walnuts, and chocolate chips and mix in.
- Portion cookie dough into ⅓ cup balls and roll in between palms to make round. It will make exactly 8 cookies.
- Cook 4 on a tray, but only 1 tray at a time. Space evenly and bake for 15 minutes. Press down lightly on the cookies and bake for another 3-5 minutes. Let cool and store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Information
Gina C says
Just made these and they are wonderful! Been looking for a good recipe and I found it here, I've tried many different recipes but found they were just ho hum. Love that dried cherries are used instead of dried cranberries, I will make these over and over! Thanks much.
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Gina! I'm so glad you like them and that you're planning to make them again. You're very welcome- thanks for trying them!
Jenna says
Made these last night and they are yummy! I really like the molasses addition! I decided to do normal size cookies and got about 20 out of the size I did. Great recipe!! Bf told me to save =] Thanks!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Jenna! I'm so glad you and your boyfriend enjoyed them! Thanks for making the recipe and for the great feedback! 🙂
seda says
hi! ı couldn't connect the Golden Barrel’s blog
could you pls share the recipe of oatmeal cookies?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Seda- sorry that you couldn't get there. I just tried the link and it works, but it did take a few seconds to load. Maybe try again? Here is the link:https://www.goldenbarrel.com/recipe/big-and-chewy-oatmeal-cookies/
Jessica says
These look incredible! Soft and chewy, perfection. I can't wait to try, so sweet that you made them for your friend 🙂
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Jessica!! I was just grateful that I was able to recreate such a special cookie. I hope you enjoy them 🙂
Wendy says
Hi
I can't wait to make these cookies but I was wondering if you pack the brown sugar?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Wendy! Yes, the brown sugar is packed. I hope you try them and love them! If you're on Instagram, tag me when you make them- jays_bakingmecrazy is my profile there. I think you'll love them! 🙂
abe safey says
Hi, I love chocolate chip cookies, However, The link to the recipe website is either broken or the website does not exist anymore. Please email me the recipe, I can't wait to try it out.Thank you.
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Abe- I'm sorry the link didn't work for you. I just tried it and it worked fine. I hope you can click through- try again 🙂
Jackie says
Hi Jessica
Even though the dough don't have to be chilled, can I chill it overnight anyway.
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Jackie- Sure!! You may just have to add a minute or two to the bake time. I know sometimes it's easier to break up the process so chilling the dough should be fine. I hope you try them and enjoy them!!
Mondo | I bake he shoots says
These look absolutely delicious! I love that you don't have to chill the dough. That's rare.
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Mondo! Yes- a no-chill dough is so nice!!
Felesha says
Looks delicious Jay! I love an oatmeal cookie and the chocolate chips make them extra special! Thanks for sharing!!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Felesha!! These are the ultimate oatmeal cookies. 🙂
Carolyn says
What temp did you set the oven?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Carolyn- here is the link to the full recipe:https://www.goldenbarrel.com/recipe/big-and-chewy-oatmeal-cookies/
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
As the saying goes, "Go big or go home!" These sound perfect Jessica! Oatmeal cookies with chocolate chips and walnuts! Doesn't get any better!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Mary Ann!! Yes, that's the perfect saying for these!!