Description
Delicate and crispy lace cookies made with nutty browned butter, brown sugar, oats, and a hint of vanilla. These thin, caramelized cookies spread beautifully in the oven, delivering a sweet, buttery flavor and a satisfying crunch perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter
- 2 ¼ cups packed light brown sugar
- 2 ¼ cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F and line cookie sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Brown the Butter: In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook the butter until it turns a golden brown color and emits a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes to slightly thicken.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl or stand mixer, combine the brown sugar, rolled oats, egg, and vanilla extract. Gradually stream in the browned butter while mixing until all ingredients are well combined.
- Add Salt and Flour: Stir in the salt and all purpose flour to the mixture to form the cookie batter.
- Scoop and Shape: Using a cookie scoop, drop dollops of the batter onto the prepared parchment-lined cookie sheets, making sure to leave enough space between each to allow for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 6 minutes or until the cookies turn golden brown and the edges look crispy.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Using browned butter adds a deep nutty flavor that enhances the cookie’s taste.
- Leave ample space between cookie scoops as these cookies spread significantly during baking.
- For extra texture and flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or a pinch of cinnamon.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
