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Gluten-free made simple, wholesome, and so satisfying
There’s something about a good oatmeal chocolate chip cookie that just feels like home. Warm from the oven, a little gooey in the center, with crisp edges and melty chocolate in every bite—these are the kind of cookies that disappear quickly around here.
This version is not only gluten-free, but made with simple, real ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen. I love adding oatmeal for a little extra texture and heartiness—it turns a classic cookie into something just a bit more nourishing (and honestly, more filling too).
And if you’ve ever felt intimidated by gluten-free baking, this is a great place to start. It’s straightforward, forgiving, and consistently delicious.
Why you’ll love these cookies
These cookies check all the boxes:
- Soft centers with slightly crisp edges
- Rich, buttery flavor
- Naturally hearty thanks to the oats
- Simple, pantry-friendly ingredients
- Kid-approved and perfect for sharing
They’re the kind of cookie you can make on a slow afternoon or whip up quickly when you need something comforting.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups 1:1 gluten-free flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3 cups oatmeal
- 1 cup chocolate chips
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Directions
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add in the eggs and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
In a separate bowl, stir together the gluten-free flour, salt, and baking soda. (I keep this simple and skip dissolving the baking soda—just mixing it right in with the dry ingredients works beautifully.)
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
Fold in the oatmeal and chocolate chips.
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto an ungreased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 11–13 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
Let cool slightly… or enjoy warm with a glass of milk.
Enjoy!
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Gluten-Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups 1:1 gluten-free flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3 cups oatmeal
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, stir together the gluten-free flour, salt, and baking soda. (I keep this simple and skip dissolving the baking soda—just mixing it right in with the dry ingredients works beautifully.)
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the oatmeal and chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto an ungreased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 11–13 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
- Let cool slightly… or enjoy warm with a glass of milk.
