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Cranberry Apricot Oatmeal Cookies

Chewy Cranberry Apricot Oatmeal Cookies You’ll Love to Make

Chewy Cranberry Apricot Oatmeal Cookies blend tartness and sweetness in a delicious treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 3 cups Old-fashioned Rolled Oats opt for certified gluten-free oats if needed
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar can use coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup White Sugar
  • 1 cup Flour all-purpose or gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries sub for raisins if desired
  • 1 cup Dried Apricots chopped dates can be an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Ice Cream Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In an electric mixer, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition and scraping the sides of the bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Fold in dried cranberries and chopped dried apricots using a spatula.
  7. Portion dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space for spreading.
  8. Bake for 9-14 minutes until edges are golden and centers are slightly underdone.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Soak dried fruits for better texture and allow dough to chill before baking for enhanced flavor.

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