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The Ultimate Chewy Oatmeal Lace Cookies with Perfect Crispy Edges

A stack of crispy, golden brown oatmeal lace cookies with delicate, lacy edges resting on a white plate.
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Make these buttery oatmeal lace cookies that achieve the perfect texture: delicate, lacy edges that are crisp, surrounding a wonderfully chewy center. This reliable recipe is simple to follow for delicious homemade lacy treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Do not use wax paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This step helps create the lacy texture.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Stir in the rolled oats and the chopped nuts, if using. The dough will be thick.
  6. Drop rounded teaspoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them at least 3 inches apart because they spread significantly.
  7. Bake for 7 to 10 minutes. Watch closely; the edges should turn golden brown and the centers will look slightly soft. This short bake time is key for a chewy center.
  8. Remove from the oven. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. They will crisp up as they cool.
  9. If desired, drizzle cooled cookies with melted chocolate.

Notes

  • For the best lace effect, ensure your butter is truly softened, not melted.
  • Do not overbake if you want a chewy center; the edges should look caramelized.
  • These buttery lace cookies are excellent for holiday cookie exchanges.
  • If you want to make Oatmeal Sandwich Cookies, sandwich two cooled cookies together with buttercream or softened cream cheese frosting.

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