Decadent Double Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies
Indulge your taste buds with these delightful Decadent Double Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies. Crafted with wholesome old-fashioned oats, rich cocoa powder, and two types of chocolate, these cookies boast a perfect sweet and salty combination. The addition of dried cranberries introduces a burst of tartness, while toasted sunflower seeds offer a satisfying crunch, making them a nut-free alternative for schools. A sweet icing drizzle elevates this treat to a gourmet level, perfect for gifting, lunchboxes, or simply enjoying with a cup of tea. Bake a batch today and make every bite a moment of joy!
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Servings
125
Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
3/4 cup (room temperature)
brown sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
egg
1 (beaten)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
old fashioned oats
3/4 cup (rolled)
all-purpose flour
3/4 cup (sifted)
cocoa powder
1/4 cup (unsweetened)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (freshly grated)
dried cranberries
1/3 cup
sunflower seeds
1/3 cup (shelled, toasted, and salted)
white chocolate chips
1/2 cup
icing sugar
1 cup
water
1 tablespoon (more if needed)
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (for icing)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to cream together the room temperature butter and packed brown sugar until fluffy and well combined.
3
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until fully integrated.
4
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly mixed.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, using the hand mixer on its lowest setting to combine until just mixed.
6
Fold in the dried cranberries, toasted sunflower seeds, and white chocolate chips using a spatula until evenly distributed.
7
Using a teaspoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are set around the edges but still soft in the center.
9
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for about 2 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Place the cooling rack over a baking sheet or wax paper to catch any icing drips.
10
Meanwhile, prepare the icing by mixing the icing sugar, water, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more water if necessary, until it is drizzle-ready.
11
Once the cookies are completely cooled, dip a fork into the icing mixture and gently drizzle over the cookies, creating a beautiful pattern as you move the fork back and forth.
Nutrition Information
6.25g
Fat
18.75g
Carbs
1.67g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Double Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies?
These are gourmet cookies made with old-fashioned oats, cocoa powder, white chocolate chips, dried cranberries, and toasted sunflower seeds, finished with a sweet icing drizzle.
Are these cookies safe for nut-free schools?
Yes, these cookies use toasted sunflower seeds instead of nuts, making them a safe nut-free alternative for school lunchboxes.
What is the oven temperature for baking these cookies?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 125 calories.
What type of oats should I use?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of old-fashioned rolled oats.
How much fat is in each cookie?
There is 6.25g of fat per cookie.
What makes these cookies double chocolate?
The combination of unsweetened cocoa powder in the dough and the addition of white chocolate chips.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when they are set around the edges but still remain soft in the center.
What ingredients are in the icing?
The icing is made from 1 cup of icing sugar, 1 tablespoon of water (plus more if needed), and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How should I prepare the butter?
The 3/4 cup of butter should be at room temperature for proper creaming with the sugar.
What kind of sugar is used in the dough?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
Should the sunflower seeds be raw or toasted?
The recipe recommends using 1/3 cup of shelled, toasted, and salted sunflower seeds.
How much flour is required?
You will need 3/4 cup of sifted all-purpose flour.
Are there any spices in these cookies?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg.
How much protein is in each cookie?
Each cookie provides 1.67g of protein.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
There are 18.75g of carbohydrates in each cookie.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Let them cool on the baking sheet for about 2 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
How do I apply the icing?
Once the cookies are completely cool, dip a fork into the icing and gently drizzle it back and forth to create a pattern.
What type of cocoa powder should I use?
Use 1/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder.
How much vanilla extract is needed in total?
You need 1.5 teaspoons total: 1 teaspoon for the cookie dough and 1/2 teaspoon for the icing.
Is the egg added whole?
The ingredients list specifies 1 egg, beaten, to be added to the butter mixture.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of salt in the dry mixture.
How far apart should I place the dough on the baking sheet?
Space the rounded spoonfuls of dough about 2 inches apart.
Can I use a hand mixer for this recipe?
Yes, a hand mixer is used to cream the butter and sugar and to incorporate the dry ingredients on a low setting.
How much dried cranberry is used?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of dried cranberries.
What size should the cookie portions be?
The recipe suggests using a teaspoon to drop rounded spoonfuls onto the baking sheet.
How much baking soda is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
Should I use parchment paper?
Yes, the instructions recommend lining your baking sheet with parchment paper.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 17 ingredients listed in this recipe including the icing components.