Crisp Oatmeal Cookies
These thin and crispy oatmeal cookies have a delightful nutty flavor from the toasted oats and a hint of almond. The unique method of soaking the oats overnight creates a wonderfully delicate, lace-like texture. They are perfect for an afternoon snack or a light dessert.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 8 hr 42 min
- Serves
- 15
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 89 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs, En:Nuts, and tree nuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 1 cupquick-cooking oats, use certified gluten-free for a gluten-free option
- 0.5 cuplight brown sugar, packed
- 60 mlvegetable oil
- 1 pcsegg, large, lightly beaten
- 0.25 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspalmond extract
Equipment
spatula · baking sheet · mixing bowl · parchment paper · oven
The method
Step by step
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the quick-cooking oats, brown sugar, and vegetable oil.
About 3 min
- 2
Stir until the oats are evenly coated, then cover the bowl and let the mixture stand at room temperature for at least 8 hours, or overnight.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: This long rest is crucial for the cookies' signature crispy, lacy texture.
- 3
When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 165°C (325°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
About 2 min
- 4
Add the lightly beaten egg, salt, and almond extract to the soaked oat mixture.
About 1 min
- 5
Stir with a spatula or spoon until everything is just combined.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Avoid overmixing the batter.
- 6
Drop teaspoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 5 cm (2 inches) of space between them as they will spread significantly.
About 3 min
- 7
Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look set.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: The cookies will be very fragile when hot.
- 8
Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before carefully removing them with a thin spatula.
Cook’s note: Attempting to move them while warm may cause them to break.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 88.6kcal
- Protein
- 1.2g
- Carbs
- 10.3g
- Fat
- 4.8g
- Fibre
- 0.6g
- Sugar
- 6.6g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for the best texture.
These cookies are best enjoyed at room temperature.
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