Crispy oatmeal cookies

Oatmeal cookies have been a household favourite for generations. This crispy version brings out the best of oats, with a golden brown exterior and a delicious bite. Perfect with a cup of tea, as a treat for the kids, or just whenever you fancy a treat. Once you try them, you’ll want to make them again and again.

Ingredients:

• 100 grams of butter, at room temperature
• 100 grams of sugar
• 100 grams brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 125 grams of flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
• 225 grams of oatmeal
• 100 grams raisins or chopped nuts (optional)

Preparation:

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, beat the butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix well.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon if desired. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture and mix well.
4. Step 4: Fold the oatmeal and, if desired, raisins or nuts into the dough.
5. Step 5: Use a spoon to scoop small mounds of dough onto the baking sheet, leaving plenty of space between the cookies.
6. Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
7. Step 7: Remove from oven and let cool briefly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

   Enjoy your crispy oatmeal cookies with a hot beverage of your choice, or simply as a snack. Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container to preserve their crispness.