Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Brown Butter Iced Oatmeal Cookies. This recipe features a perfect blend of rich, nutty brown butter with the wholesome goodness of oats, all crowned with a sweet vanilla glaze. These cookies boast a soft and chewy texture, making them ideal for cozy gatherings or as a comforting afternoon snack. Easy to whip up in just 25 minutes, they yield 24 cookies—perfect for sharing at parties, potlucks, or gifting to loved ones. Explore the customizable glaze options to match your preferences and enjoy these charming treats year-round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups unsalted butter
- 2 cups old fashioned oats
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 3 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and aromatic. Let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix browned butter with sugars until smooth; add eggs one at a time along with vanilla and molasses.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture; fold in oats gently.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes or until lightly golden.
- For the glaze: Whisk powdered sugar with milk and vanilla until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg