Imagine sinking your teeth into a soft, chewy cookie bursting with juicy blueberries and hearty oats - a treat so delectable it'll transport you to a cozy kitchen filled with warmth and nostalgia. Mary Jo's Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies aren't just another dessert; they're a culinary experience that combines wholesome ingredients with mouthwatering flavor, promising to become your new go-to recipe for satisfying sweet cravings and impressing friends and family alike.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the blueberries using a spatula or wooden spoon, being cautious not to break them if they are fresh.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look set. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cooled, enjoy your delicious Mary Jo's Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Use room temperature butter and eggs for smoother, more evenly mixed dough
- Don't overmix the batter - this keeps cookies tender and prevents toughness
- If using frozen blueberries, don't thaw them - add directly from the freezer to prevent color bleeding
- For extra flavor, consider toasting the oats lightly before adding them to the mixture
- Space cookies evenly on the baking sheet to ensure uniform baking
- Let cookies cool completely to allow them to set and develop their perfect texture
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg
