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Dark Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Cookies

Dark Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Cookies for a Sweet Summer Treat

These Dark Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Cookies combine healthful oats with dark chocolate and tart cherries for a delightful treat perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for nuttier flavor
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce for a less sweet cookie if desired
  • 1 cup Dark Brown Sugar Light brown sugar is a suitable alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Consider using sea salt for a gourmet touch
For the Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Cardamom Cinnamon can be substituted for a milder taste
  • 1 large Egg For a vegan option, a flax egg works wonderfully
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for a nice twist
For the Richness
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free version
  • 1/4 cup Milk Almond or oat milk can be used as a non-dairy alternative
For the Texture
  • 3 cups Rolled Oats Quick oats may alter the texture slightly but can be used
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet chips offer a different sweetness level
  • 1 cup Diced Fresh Cherries Frozen cherries can be used but should be patted dry

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • measuring cups
  • Spatula
  • Cookie Sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, cardamom, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Stir in beaten egg, vanilla extract, melted butter, and milk until just combined.
  4. Fold in rolled oats until evenly distributed.
  5. Carefully fold in dark chocolate chips and diced fresh cherries.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about 1.5 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  7. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week, or freeze for longer storage.

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