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Rustic Chocolate Chip Pecan Oatmeal Delights

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Heartwarming cookies packed with textures that remind you of home, featuring chocolate chips, pecans, and rolled oats.

Ingredients for Rustic Chocolate Chip Pecan Oatmeal Delights

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Unsalted Butter, softened

cups

Brown Sugar

cups

Baking Soda

teaspoons

Salt

teaspoons

Old-fashioned Rolled Oats

cups

Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

cups

Chopped Pecans

cups

How to Make Rustic Chocolate Chip Pecan Oatmeal Delights

1. Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the cookies will bake evenly right from the start.

2. Cream Butter and Sugars

In a large mixing bowl, cream together 227 grams (1 cup) of softened unsalted butter with 220 grams (1 cup) of brown sugar and 100 grams (0.5 cup) of granulated sugar. Beat the mixture until it’s light and fluffy.

3. Add Eggs and Vanilla

Add in 2 large eggs, one at a time, making sure each is fully mixed in before adding the next. Stir in 10 ml (2 teaspoons) of pure vanilla extract.

4. Combine Dry Ingredients

In another bowl, combine 180 grams (1.5 cups) of all-purpose flour with 5 grams (1 teaspoon) of baking soda and 2.5 grams (0.5 teaspoon) of salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.

5. Add Oats, Chocolate Chips, and Pecans

Stir in 270 grams (3 cups) of old-fashioned rolled oats. Fold in 170 grams (1 cup) of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 125 grams (1 cup) of chopped pecans.

6. Shape Cookies

Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

7. Bake Cookies

Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

8. Cool Cookies

Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Variations

Chocolate Variants

Substitute dark, milk, or white chocolate chips, or use a combination. Add cocoa powder to the dough for a double chocolate cookie. Mix in chocolate chunks or a chopped chocolate bar for varied texture.

Different Chocolates

Instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips, try dark chocolate chunks for a less sweet, more intense chocolate flavor. Alternatively, white chocolate chips can provide a creamy and sweet contrast to the rustic texture of the oatmeal.

Spices and Flavorings

Introduce warm spices such as ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom to add depth. For a more adventurous twist, a pinch of cayenne pepper can pair surprisingly well with chocolate, giving a subtle heat that comes through at the end.

Nut Variations

Swap pecans for walnuts, almonds, or hazelnuts for a different flavor profile. For a nut-free version, use seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds.

Dried Fruit Addition

Mix in dried cherries, cranberries, or apricots for a tart fruitiness that complements the richness of the chocolate and pecans. Chop the fruit finely if you prefer subtle hints of flavor or leave them chunkier for more pronounced bursts.

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