Best 2 Currant And Spice Oatmeal Cookies Recipes

Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with our enticing currant and spice oatmeal cookies, where the subtle tartness of dried currants mingles harmoniously with a medley of aromatic spices. These cookies are not just a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for your senses. As you bite into their crisp exterior, you'll be greeted with a chewy, tender interior that bursts with the essence of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. These cookies are perfect for those cozy afternoons spent curled up with a good book or as a thoughtful gift for loved ones.

Our collection of recipes offers a delightful array of flavor combinations and textures to satisfy every palate. From the classic currant and spice oatmeal cookies to the decadent chocolate chip oatmeal cookies loaded with chunks of rich chocolate, each recipe promises a unique culinary experience. If you crave a healthier option, try our wholesome cranberry and walnut oatmeal cookies made with whole wheat flour and packed with nutritious dried cranberries and walnuts. For those with a sweet tooth, our irresistible peanut butter and jelly oatmeal cookies combine the classic flavors of peanut butter and jelly in a chewy oatmeal cookie. And for a festive twist, our pumpkin spice oatmeal cookies are infused with the warm flavors of fall, perfect for the holiday season.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CURRANT AND SPICE OATMEAL COOKIES

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Provided by Sally Siegel

Categories Cookies Mixer Dessert Bake Currant Dried Fruit Oat Spice Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes about 45 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2/3 cup dried currants
1 2/3 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 cups (packed) dark brown sugar
2 cups old-fashioned oats

Steps:

Whisk eggs and vanilla in small bowl to blend. Mix in dried currants; cover and let stand at room temperature 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour 3 large baking sheets. Sift flour, baking soda, salt, and spices into medium bowl. Using electric mixer, beat butter in large bowl until fluffy. Add sugar and beat until smooth. Add currant mixture and beat to blend. Stir in flour mixture. Mix in oats. Drop batter by level tablespoonfuls onto prepared sheets, spacing 1 1/2 inches apart. Using moistened fingertips, flatten cookies slightly. Bake 1 sheet at a time until cookies are golden brown, about 12 minutes. Cool on sheets.

OATMEAL CURRANT COOKIES

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I'm not a big fan of the oatmeal raisin cookie, but I love this cookie!!! Even if you like oatmeal raisin cookies this is a nice change!

Provided by E.A.4957

Categories Drop Cookies

Time 30m

Yield 4 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
3/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup dried currant
1/2 cup walnuts (optional)

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Lightly grease baking sheets.
Toss the oats, flour cinnamon, and baking soda together in a bowl.
Cream the butter and both sugars together in a mixing bowl until light.
Beat in the egg and vanilla.
Then slowly beat in the dry ingredients, then the currants and walnuts.
Drop the batter by rounded teaspoonfuls, 2 inches apart, onto the prepared baking sheets.
Bake until golden, about 10 minutes.
Leave the cookies on the baking sheets for 2 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.6, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 101.3, Sodium 170.6, Carbohydrate 92.3, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 57.2, Protein 8.8

Tips:

Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture.
Toast the oats in the oven before using them to enhance their flavor.
Be sure to chill the dough before baking for at least 30 minutes. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Conclusion:

These currant and spice oatmeal cookies are a delicious and healthy snack that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With their chewy texture, sweet and tangy flavor, and warm spices, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.