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Chewy Oatmeal Cookies with Chocolate Chips, Pecans, and Dried Cherries

These chewy oatmeal cookies are packed with chocolate chips, crunchy pecans, and tangy dried cherries for the perfect nostalgic treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 servings

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cookie sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 stick butter softened
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup pecans chopped, toasted
  • ½ cup white chocolate chunks
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks
  • 1 cup dried tart cherries

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
  • Cream together the softened butter and dark brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, stirring until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  • Gently fold in the old-fashioned rolled oats, toasted pecans, white chocolate chunks, semi-sweet chocolate chunks, and dried tart cherries.
  • Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined cookie sheet, spacing them adequately for spreading.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
  • Freeze cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat cookies in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or warm in the oven at 350°F for a few minutes.
  • Swap pecans with walnuts, almonds, or sunflower seeds for variety or allergies.
  • Try seasonal variations like dried cranberries in winter or fresh berries in summer for a fresh twist.
Keyword Chewy, Chocolate, Cookies, Dried Cherries, Easy, Oatmeal, Pecans, Quick