Everything Oatmeal Cookies

Posted by Nichole Leigh

Listen readers.... I know that I need to get a better camera and/or learn how to take better pictures. These cookies don't look nearly as delicious and amazing as they actually are. I developed this recipe accidentally, and I will never look at oatmeal cookies the same way. These cookies are actually Oatmeal Raisin-Cranberry-Cashew-Chocolate Chip Cookies. Quite a mouthful.  

Try and say it 5 times fast and you'll know why I choose to call them Everything Oatmeal Cookies instead. They are, as usual, vegan. However, they're crispier and healthier than the Ultimate Whole Wheat Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Ready for the recipe? Here goes!

Everything Oatmeal Cookies

There's a good chance that other add-ins will work well in this cookie recipe. As it stands, the Everything Oatmeal Cookie is fruity, chocolaty, nutty, and crunchy. They are absolutely delicious, and will disappear faster than any other treat on your holiday table.This recipe makes two dozen Everything Oatmeal Cookies. 

Ingredients

1 tablespoon ground flaxseed meal 

3 tablespoons hot water

1/2 cup + 3 tablespoons vegan non-hydrogenated margarine

1/2 + 2 tablespoons cup firmly packed brown sugar

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla + 1/2 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 cups oatmeal

1/4 cup raisins

1/4 cup dried cranberries

1/4 cup vegan or regular chocolate chips

1/4 cup raw unsalted cashews

Directions
1. Heat oven to 300F.
2. In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed meal and hot water. Allow to rest for a few minutes.
3. In the meantime, beat the butter and sugars until creamy in a large bowl.

4. Add the vanilla, almond extract if using, and flaxseed mixture.

5. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Beat until fully incorporated.
6. Add the oatmeal and mix thoroughly into batter.

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7. Mix in  raisins, dried cranberries, chocolate chips, and cashews.

8. Drop the dough by spoonful onto cookie sheets.

9. Bake 18-20 minutes, or until light golden brown.
10. Cool completely and eat up!