Description
Delight in these crispy and elegant lace cookies that are quick and easy to bake. With a buttery, caramelized sugar base combined with oats and a hint of vanilla, these thin, lacy treats are perfect for any occasion. Optional melted chocolate adds an extra special touch for sandwiching or drizzling.
Ingredients
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Cookie Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- â…” cup packed light brown sugar
- ¾ cup quick oats
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Optional Topping
- Melted chocolate for sandwiching or drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Melt Butter and Combine Sugar: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the packed light brown sugar until the mixture is completely combined and smooth, creating a rich caramel base.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in quick oats, all-purpose flour, salt, and optional vanilla extract until the batter is uniform and well combined.
- Form Cookies on Sheet: Drop 1 teaspoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 to 3 inches apart to allow the cookies room to spread during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Place the sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the edges are a golden brown and the centers are just set, creating thin, crisp lace cookies.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking tray for a few minutes to set further, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring maximum crispiness.
- Optional Chocolate Finish: Once cooled, optionally sandwich pairs of cookies with melted chocolate or drizzle melted chocolate over the tops for an elegant and delicious finish.
Notes
- Space cookies well on the baking sheet as they spread during baking to prevent merging.
- Use quick oats for the best texture; old-fashioned oats can alter the crispness.
- Butter can be browned slightly before adding sugar for a nuttier flavor but avoid burning.
- Melted chocolate can be any type: dark, milk, or white chocolate depending on preference.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain crispness.
