Description
Oatmeal Cranberry Pecan Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the chewy goodness of oats with the sweetness of dried cranberries and the crunch of pecans. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and will fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma. Whether enjoyed as a snack or a dessert, they promise to satisfy your cravings and bring smiles to your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3–4 minutes).
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Stir in cranberries and pecans.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden brown; let cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Substitute raisins or chocolate chips for cranberries for a different flavor. For added depth, sprinkle sea salt on top before baking.