Quaker Oatmeal Cookies

4.79 from 33 votes

Classic Quaker Oatmeal Cookies are called Vanishing Oatmeal Cookies for a reason. It’s a recipe that has stood the test of time because the result is a perfectly chewy, sweet, and irresistible cookie.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword cookies, oatmeal cookies

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings cookies

Calories 117kcal

Author Robin Donovan

Ingredients

¾ cup vegetable shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups quick or old fashioned oats

Optional mix-ins, as desired

1/2 cup chopped nuts your favorite
1/2 cup raisins
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda.
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the shortening, brown sugar, and white sugar Until it is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the,= eggs, water, and vanilla and beat to combine well.
Add the dry ingredients mixture and beat just until incorporated.
Fold in the oats and any optional mix-ins.
Using a small cookie scoop, scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, levaing about 1 inch in between.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are browned and the center is set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes prior to moving to a wire rack to cool completely.

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