Ingredients
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- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup (130g) Biscoff spread (cookie butter)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups (270g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch
If you’re in a pinch, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a nuttier, heartier cookie. For those who prefer a dairy-free version, use coconut oil instead of butter and a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water) in place of the eggs. I’ve tried these swaps with my sister Ouma, and while the texture shifts slightly, the essence of the cookie remains just as comforting.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and Biscoff spread using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. This step reminds me of when Ouma and I would sneak tastes of the batter—always a highlight!
- Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. The batter will start to smell heavenly at this point, and you might catch yourself daydreaming about the first bite.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Overmixing can make the cookies tough, a little tip Mama Lou taught me after many trial batches.
- Fold in the rolled oats and, if using, the chopped nuts. The oats give the cookies that signature chewiness, while the nuts add a satisfying crunch that Ouma swears by.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers still look soft and slightly underbaked. This is crucial—the cookies will firm up as they cool, giving you that perfect chewy texture.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. This pause always reminds me of Mama Lou’s patience in the kitchen—good things take time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
