Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

1. Prepare Ingredients and Equipment

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and fine sea salt.

2. Cream Butter and Sugars

In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy and well combined.

3. Add Wet Ingredients

Whisk in the egg, heavy cream, and pure vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture until smooth.

4. Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures

Gently stir the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined and no traces of flour remain.

5. Fold in Oats and Chocolate Chips

Fold in the old-fashioned rolled oats, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and chopped pecans (if using) until evenly distributed.

6. Bake the Cookies

Drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets using a measuring tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, spaced about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until golden brown.

7. Cool and Store

Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cool, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.