Delicate Oat Lace Cookies
These Delicate Oat Lace Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balances crispy edges with a chewy center. Made with simple ingredients like quick-cooking oats, sugar, and a hint of vanilla, these cookies are a wonderful addition to any dessert table or a sweet snack for tea time. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing, they are sure to impress friends and family with their lace-like appearance and delightful flavor. Enjoy them as is, or try adding chocolate chips or nuts for an extra twist!
40
Servings
70
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Quick-Cooking Oats
1 cup (uncooked)
Sugar
1 cup
All-Purpose Flour
2 tablespoons
All-Purpose Flour
1 teaspoon (for dusting)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Egg
1 (slightly beaten)
Butter or Margarine
1/2 cup (melted)
Vanilla Extract
2 teaspoons
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the quick-cooking oats, sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
3
Add the slightly beaten egg, melted butter (or margarine), and vanilla extract to the dry ingredient mixture. Stir until everything is combined and a smooth batter forms.
4
Line your baking sheets with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy removal and clean-up.
5
Using a teaspoon, drop small amounts of the cookie mixture (about 1/2 teaspoon each) onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving about 3 inches of space between each one as they will spread while baking.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown.
7
Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheets before carefully removing them with a spatula.
Nutrition Information
8g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delicate Oat Lace Cookies?
Delicate Oat Lace Cookies are a thin, crispy treat with a chewy center and a lace-like appearance made primarily from quick-cooking oats and sugar.
How many calories are in one Delicate Oat Lace Cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 70 calories.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking these cookies?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes about 40 servings.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use either 1/2 cup of melted butter or margarine for this recipe.
What type of oats should I use?
The recipe specifically calls for 1 cup of uncooked quick-cooking oats.
Why do I need to leave 3 inches of space between the cookies?
These cookies spread significantly while baking, so leaving 3 inches of space prevents them from merging together.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
They should bake for 6 to 8 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
Do I need to grease the cookie sheets?
No, it is recommended to line your baking sheets with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy removal.
Should the egg be beaten before adding it to the mixture?
Yes, the recipe requires one slightly beaten egg.
Can I add extra flavors or textures to these cookies?
Yes, you can try adding chocolate chips or nuts for an extra twist.
How much flour is required for the batter?
The batter requires 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
What is the additional teaspoon of flour used for?
The extra 1 teaspoon of all-purpose flour is used for dusting.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
What size should the cookie drops be?
Use a teaspoon to drop about 1/2 teaspoon of mixture for each cookie.
How long should I let the cookies cool?
Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheets before trying to remove them.
What is the texture of these cookies?
They have a perfect balance of crispy edges and a chewy center.
What tool should I use to remove the cookies from the tray?
A spatula should be used carefully to remove the cookies once they are completely cooled.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1 cup of sugar.
Is there any salt in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
What category of cookie are these considered?
They are categorized as drop cookies.
What is the protein content per serving?
There is approximately 1g of protein per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each cookie?
Each cookie contains about 8g of carbohydrates.
What are the main dry ingredients to mix first?
The dry ingredients to mix first are quick-cooking oats, sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt.
Should the butter be cold or melted?
The butter should be melted before being added to the mixture.
Are these cookies easy to make?
Yes, they are described as an easy recipe that is perfect for beginners.
Can these be served at tea time?
Yes, they are considered a wonderful sweet snack for tea time.
What gives the cookies their 'lace' appearance?
The way the thin batter spreads and bubbles in the oven creates a delicate, perforated lace-like texture.
Can I use a different type of flour?
The recipe specifies all-purpose flour for the best results.
How do I know the cookies are ready to be taken out of the oven?
They are ready when the edges of the cookies turn a golden brown color.