Description
Oatmeal Lace Cookies are a delightful fusion of delicate crispiness and rich caramel flavor. These elegant treats are perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed alone or dressed up with chocolate or creamy fillings. Their unique lace-like appearance makes them a standout dessert that is both simple and satisfying. With just a few common ingredients, these cookies can be whipped up quickly, providing a sweet solution to satisfy your cravings. The combination of brown sugar and oats creates an irresistible texture that pairs beautifully with warm beverages, making them ideal for tea time or as a thoughtful gift for your loved ones.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup quick-cooking oats
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter with the light brown sugar until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in milk and vanilla extract.
- Add quick-cooking oats, all-purpose flour, and salt to the mixture, stirring until combined.
- Drop teaspoonfuls of batter onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space for spreading.
- Bake for 6–8 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling on the baking sheet for 2–3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg