Ingredients
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- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup M&Ms
- Chopped nuts (like pecans or walnuts) – Optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Fold in chocolate chips and M&Ms gently.
- Scoop generous portions onto lined baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly browned but centers remain soft.
- Let cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg