Oatmeal cookies with candied fruit pieces

4 servings

30 minutes

Oatmeal cookies with candied fruit pieces are a cozy treat that comes from American cuisine. Its roots trace back to traditional home recipes where oats were used to create simple yet nutritious sweets. The cookie's flavor is delicate and crunchy, with a warm cinnamon aroma, sweetness from the candied fruits, and subtle vanilla notes. Oats give it a light texture while the candied fruits add pleasant fruity bursts. Perfect for a cozy breakfast with a cup of tea or coffee and as a snack throughout the day. The simplicity of preparation makes it an ideal choice for beginner cooks and those wanting to delight loved ones with homemade baked goods filled with warmth and aroma.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 710.7
• Proteins: 11.1g
• Fats: 30.7g
• Carbohydrates: 100.8g

Ingredients

• Oat flakes: 200 g
• Wheat flour: 100 g
• Butter: 120 g
• Sugar: 70 g
• Vanilla sugar: 8 g
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Soda: 0.5 tsp
• Cinnamon: 0.5 tsp
• Salt: pinch
• Candied fruit: 150 g

Cooking steps

1. Melt the butter and whisk it together with the egg. Continue whisking, adding sugar and vanilla sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 120 g
   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Sugar: 70 g
   • Vanilla sugar: 8 g

2. Add all dry ingredients to the mixture and mix thoroughly (you can add more oats. The drier the mixture, the fluffier the cookies will be).

   Required ingredients:

   • Oat flakes: 200 g
   • Wheat flour: 100 g
   • Soda: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Cinnamon: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Salt:  pinch
   • Candied fruit: 150 g

3. Leave the mixture for 10 minutes to let the flakes swell a bit.

4. If the dough is runny, spoon the mixture onto a baking sheet. If you added more oats, wet your hands with cold water and shape the cookies.

5. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees and bake for 15-17 minutes (until golden brown).