Kids' Choice Chip & Fruit Oatmeal Cookies |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 54 |
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Kids and cookies go together. Given kids affinity for sugar, you might as well temper it with some of the good stuff , in this case, oats with their soluble fiber and whole wheat, with its extra vitamins, minerals and bran. Trust us: the kids won't know they're getting anything healthy in their favorite cookie. Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter, softened |
1/2 cup shortening |
1 cup packed brown sugar |
1/3 cup sugar |
2 teaspoons vanilla extract |
3/4 teaspoon salt |
1 tablespoon white vinegar |
1 egg |
1 teaspoon baking soda |
1-3/4 cups king arthur white whole wheat flour |
1 cup quick-cooking oats |
3 cups chocolate chips, chunks, dried fruit bits and/or chopped nuts |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening, sugars, vanilla, salt and vinegar. Beat in egg. Combine flour, baking soda and oats; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in chips, fruits and/or nuts. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2-in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets.
2. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Yield: 4-1/2 dozen.
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