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Chewy Oatmeal Lace Cookies with Crispy Edges

Close-up of several golden brown, delicate oatmeal lace cookies with intricate lacy textures stacked on a light plate.
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Make these classic oatmeal lace cookies that achieve the perfect texture: delicate, crispy edges surrounding a wonderfully chewy center. This straightforward recipe delivers buttery, caramelized flavor every time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut (optional, for extra texture)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Do not use wax paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step helps create the lace texture.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Stir in the rolled oats and the shredded coconut, if using. The dough will be thick.
  7. Drop rounded teaspoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them at least 3 inches apart because they spread significantly.
  8. Bake for 7 to 9 minutes. Watch them closely; the edges should be deep golden brown and lacy, while the center remains slightly soft.
  9. Remove the cookies from the oven. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes to set the delicate edges.
  10. Carefully transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. They will crisp up as they cool.

Notes

  • For the best chewy center and crispy edges, do not overbake. Remove them when the edges look done but the center still looks slightly underdone.
  • If you skip the coconut, you may need to slightly increase the baking time by 30 seconds.
  • These cookies store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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