Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Iced Oatmeal Cookies Recipe, a perfect combination of crispy edges and chewy centers topped with a smooth vanilla glaze. These cookies are not only easy to make but also versatile enough for any occasion—be it a school party, an afternoon snack, or a sweet treat to accompany your favorite beverage. The warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg, paired with hearty oats, create an inviting aroma that will fill your kitchen with comfort. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or as part of a dessert platter, these iced oatmeal cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup shortening
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
- 3/4 tsp. cinnamon
- 2 cups oats (quick cooking or old fashioned)
- 4 tablespoons milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- water (as needed)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together shortening and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in water and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Gradually add to the creamed mixture until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in oats until evenly distributed.
- Using a cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto greased baking sheets.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on wire racks.
- For the icing, combine milk and sifted powdered sugar; adjust consistency with water if necessary.
- Once cooled, dip each cookie into the icing and allow excess to drip off before placing them back on the rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg