Chewy Oatmeal Cookies
Classic chewy oatmeal cookies with the perfect tender texture. Customize with your favorite add-ins like sliced almonds, coconut flakes, or chocolate chips for a cookie that's uniquely yours!
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine shortening, packed brown sugar, egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
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Beat at medium speed until well blended and creamy.
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In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, beating on low speed just until blended - don't overmix.
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If desired, stir in your choice of add-ins: sliced almonds, coconut flakes, and/or chocolate chips.
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Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly browned around the edges but still soft in the center.
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Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes to set, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
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**Pro Tip:** For the chewiest texture, don't overbake - the cookies should look slightly underdone when you remove them from the oven. They'll continue to cook on the hot pan!