Soft Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Soft & Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies You Can’t Stop Eating

I've been on a total chocolate chip cookie kick lately—seriously, is there anything better than warm, melty chocolate tucked into a soft, chewy cookie? And since oats bring that perfect hint of nuttiness (and hey, they’re healthy, right?), I figured, why not combine the best of both worlds?

Let me tell you—this was one of my best baking ideas yet! These oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are irresistibly soft, with just the right amount of chewiness, and the oats turn golden and toasty in the oven, adding the most delicious depth of flavor.

But what makes these cookies so special?

Well, aside from being ridiculously easy to make, they strike the perfect balance between indulgent and wholesome. The oats give them a hearty texture, but they’re still as rich and buttery as any classic chocolate chip cookie should be. And the chocolate? Oh, it melts into every bite like a dream. If I weren’t constantly testing new recipes (hello, life of a food blogger!), I’d probably bake a batch of these every single week!

And speaking of chocolate chip cookies, I love them—so much so that I’ve got over 10 different chocolate chip cookie recipes on the blog, and that number is only climbing! If you’re as obsessed as I am, you have to check out some of my other favorites: my nutty and cozy Chocolate Chip Cookies with Chestnut Flour, my uniquely earthy Matcha Cookies, and my coffee-infused Coffee Cookies (because coffee + chocolate is always a good idea).

Oh, and if you’re looking for an excuse to bake even more chocolate chip cookies, mark your calendar for National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! It’s the perfect time to celebrate this all-time favorite treat—and trust me, I’ll be baking up something delicious to join in the fun.

Now, let’s get those aprons on and bake some cookies together!

🥘 Ingredients

• All-purpose flour
• Baking soda
• Cinnamon (optional, but adds warmth!)
• Salt
• Old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick oats)
• Unsalted butter, softened
• Light brown sugar
• Granulated sugar
• Large egg
• Vanilla extract
• Chocolate chips (milk chocolate)

See the recipe card for quantities.

🔪 Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Fire up that oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper—this way, your cookies won’t stick, and clean-up will be a breeze!

If you want bigger, thicker cookies, preheat to 375°F (190°C) instead and adjust the baking time later.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Once combined, stir in the rolled oats—these will give your cookies that perfect chewy texture. Set aside for now.

Step 3: Brown the Butter (Optional, But Amazing!)
If you want to take your cookies to the next level, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, swirling it occasionally. Keep cooking until it turns golden brown and smells deliciously nutty. This adds an incredible depth of flavor! Let it cool slightly before using.

Step 4: Cream the Butter & Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, beat the browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture turns light, fluffy, and irresistible (try not to eat it just yet!). This should take about 2–3 minutes.

Step 5: Add the Wet Ingredients
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until everything looks smooth and well combined.

Step 6: Combine & Fold in Chocolate Chips
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined—don’t overmix! Then, gently fold in the chocolate chips (or dark chocolate chunks for melty goodness!). If you love texture, this is also the perfect time to mix in toasted walnuts, pecans, or even a handful of dried cranberries!

Step 7: Chill the Dough
Cover the bowl and pop it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours if you want even softer, chewier cookies). Overnight chilling helps intensify flavors and gives you that perfect bakery-style texture!

Step 8: Scoop & Bake
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto your prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie—they’ll spread as they bake!

If you chilled your dough overnight and are making bigger cookies, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes, then reduce the heat to 350°F (175°C) for the rest of the bake time.

Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers are slightly underbaked (they’ll set up beautifully as they cool). For an extra bakery-style hack, double-pan your baking sheets to prevent the bottoms from over-browning!

Step 9: Cool & Enjoy
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.

Before they set completely, sprinkle a little flaky sea salt on top for that perfect sweet-salty balance! Now, grab a warm cookie, pour yourself a glass of milk (or a coffee!), and enjoy every soft, chocolatey bite!

🌡️ Storage

To keep your oatmeal chocolate chip cookies fresh and chewy, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days—if they last that long!

For longer storage, pop them in the fridge for up to 10 days, but let them come to room temp before enjoying (or give them a quick zap in the microwave for that fresh-from-the-oven warmth).

Want to save some for later?

These cookies freeze beautifully! Store them in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Just thaw at room temp or warm them up for a gooey, chocolatey treat anytime you crave one! 🍪❄️

🍽 Equipment

• 2 baking sheets lined with parchment paper (I personally skip silicone baking mats—cookies tend to stick or don’t bake as evenly, and I’m just not a fan! Parchment paper works like a charm every time.)
• Hand- or Stand mixer
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Cooling rack
• Cookie jar

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📖 Recipe

Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Nora

Soft, chewy, and loaded with melty chocolate, these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are a must-bake! The oats add a subtle nuttiness and make the texture absolutely perfect. Whether you enjoy them fresh from the oven or save some dough for later, these cookies are guaranteed to be a new favorite.

5 from 5 votes

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Chilling time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 27 minutes mins

Course Dessert, Sweet snack

Cuisine American

Servings 24 cookies

Calories 167 kcal

Equipment

• Hand or stand mixer
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Cooling Rack
• Cookie jar

Ingredients

 

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• 1 ½ cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• ½ teaspoon Cinnamon optional, but adds warmth!
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick oats)
• ½ cup Unsalted butter softened
• ¾ cup Light brown sugar
• ¼ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg large
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¾ cup Chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. For bakery-style cookies, start at 375°F (190°C) and adjust later.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups All-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon Baking soda, ½ teaspoon Cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt. Stir in 1 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats and set aside.
  1 ½ cups All-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon Baking soda, ½ teaspoon Cinnamon, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats
• In a large bowl, beat ½ cup Unsalted butter, ¾ cup Light brown sugar, and ¼ cup Granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
  ½ cup Unsalted butter, ¾ cup Light brown sugar, ¼ cup Granulated sugar
• Mix in 1 Egg and 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract until smooth.
  1 Egg, 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• Fold in ¾ cup Chocolate chips (or swap for dark chocolate chunks!) and any mix-ins like toasted nuts or dried fruit.
  ¾ cup Chocolate chips
• Cover and chill the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours for extra chewiness and better flavor).
• Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. For larger cookies, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes, then reduce to 350°F (175°C).
• Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers are slightly underbaked. Double-pan your baking sheets for even baking!
• Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
• Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for later (if they last that long!).

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Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 167kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 87mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 121IU | Vitamin C: 0.002mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg

⛑️ Food Safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands after touching raw meat
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

For further information, check Safe Food Handling - FDA.