Oatmeal Cookies . . . again!

Yes, another oatmeal cookie recipe but this one has an interesting twist in dealing with the oatmeal. As with most of my favorite recipes, it is very adaptable to change with whatever additions you might like to add to the batter.

OATMEAL COOKIES
1 cup butter (two sticks)
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
2 cups all purpose flour
2 1/2 cups oatmeal
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

In a blender or food processor, process the oatmeal into a powder. Measure the powder form for the recipe!

Cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.  Add the eggs and whip to combine. Add the vanilla, baking powder, and baking soda mixing just to combine.

Stir in the flour and oatmeal to form a workable dough. Drop by tablespoons onto a lightly greased or parchment covered baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for approximately 5-10 minutes depending on size of cookies.

Ideas . . .
A great basic cookie but what about adding 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the mix?

Want a chocolate/nut taste include 1/2 cup your favorite nut to the above-mentioned chocolate chips.

Remember, there are more than just chocolate chips you can add these days!

Toasted coconut with some fresh orange zest is almost tropical.

Adding 1/2 cup or so of diced orange gum drops is different and actually very good.