Description
Brown Butter Iced Oatmeal Cookies are a delectable treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter with the wholesome goodness of oats. These cookies are soft and chewy, topped with a sweet icing that perfectly balances the flavors. Picture yourself savoring one of these warm delights, with the comforting aroma wafting from your kitchen. Ideal for any occasion, whether you’re entertaining guests or indulging in a quiet afternoon snack, these cookies will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire. Prepare them ahead of time for gatherings or enjoy them fresh out of the oven; either way, they are sure to impress.
Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter
- Brown Sugar
- Granulated Sugar
- Large Eggs
- Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats
- Baking Powder
- Baking Soda
- Vanilla Extract
- Powdered Sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and nutty, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix browned butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar. Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients without overmixing.
- Use a cookie scoop to drop dough onto lined baking sheets two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- For icing: Mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth and drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies. Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor variations. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.