Welcome to the world of grandmothers' oatmeal icebox cookies, a timeless dessert that brings back memories of childhood and family gatherings. These cookies are a delightful combination of chewy oats, nutty flavors, and a hint of sweetness that melt in your mouth. With their simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, grandmas' oatmeal icebox cookies are perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this article will guide you through the process of creating these classic cookies that are sure to become a favorite in your household.
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GRANDMA'S OATMEAL ICEBOX COOKIES
This is my grandma's oatmeal cookie recipe. Once she got a deep freeze there was always a coffee tin full of them in the freezer. Every afternoon around 3:00 or 4:00 my grandpa would come in from the fields and she'd pull a couple of them out to put on a plate for them to enjoy with their afternoon coffee. I've now passed this recipe on to my daughter who was named after her too. A definite heirloom recipe. These are a crunch cookie so full of nuts and coconut that they are like eating a bowl of granola or oatmeal in a cookie.
Provided by Mysterygirl
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 24 cookies, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cream sugars and shortening together.
- Beat in eggs, lemon extract and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl mix remaining ingredients.
- Add dry to the wet and mix well.
- Make into loaves.
- Refrigerate to chill thoroughly.
- When ready to bake, slice and bake in a slow oven at 250-300°F - Slow baking is very important.
- Bake until all cookies are done about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 547.6, Fat 29.8, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 35.2, Sodium 315.9, Carbohydrate 64.7, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 35.8, Protein 8.4
GRANDMA'S CHEWY OATMEAL COOKIES
"Ever since my husband's grandmother gave me this special recipe, I haven't made another oatmeal cookie recipe. The pudding mix makes them chewy," relates Donna Trumbauer of Coopersburg, Pennsylvania.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 7 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the oats, flour, dry pudding mix and baking soda; gradually add to the cream mixture and mix well. , Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
GREAT-GRANDMA'S OATMEAL COOKIES
Not only is this recipe a favorite of my husband's, it's extra special to me because it goes back to my great-grandmother. For holidays, we like to sprinkle on colored sugar for a festive touch. -Mary Ann Konechne, Kimball, South Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield about 12 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in water. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; add to creamed mixture, and mix well. Stir in oats, raisins and walnuts. , On a surface sprinkled with additional sugar, roll dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. cookie cutter in desired shapes. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake until set, 12-15 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
GRANDMOTHER'S OATMEAL COOKIES
This is the best Oatmeal Cookie I have ever tasted and is my family's favorite. This is a recipe that I have had for years that a friend of mine gave me.
Provided by HAPPYGOLUCKY
Categories Desserts Cookies Oatmeal Cookie Recipes Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipes
Time 2h
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Beat eggs, and stir in raisins and vanilla. Refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Cream together shortening, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy. Combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; stir into the sugar mixture. Mix in raisins and eggs, then stir in oats and walnuts. Roll dough into walnut sized balls, and place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in preheated oven, or until edges are golden. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 107.2 mg, Sugar 10.5 g
GRANDMA'S CHRISTMAS ICEBOX COOKIES
A not-too-sweet Christmas cookie that goes great with cup of hot coffee or a glass of cold milk. One of Santa's favorites! These are great to make at the beginning of December and then simply bake in the oven when something sweet is quickly needed at the last minute during the holidays. Dough can be kept in refrigerator for a couple of weeks before baking.
Provided by laurita
Time 1h25m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Beat brown sugar, butter, and white sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Beat the first egg into the butter until completely blended, then beat in the vanilla extract with the last egg.
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl; stir into creamed butter mixture until dough is just mixed. Fold pecans and candied cherries into dough. Shape dough into 1 1/2-inch rolls on a piece of waxed paper. Seal waxed paper on the ends with tape; refrigerate until chilled and firm, at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Slice cookies to about 1/4-inch thickness and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 151.5 mg, Sugar 18 g
GRANDMA'S ICE BOX COOKIES
A family favorite that Grandma always includes in her cookie tins at Christmas. When melting the chocolate, adding in a few tablespoons of creamy peanut butter (or more, depending on your taste) makes the cookies easier to slice after freezing without really flavoring the chocolate. Easy to keep a frozen log in the freezer to bake in a hurry.
Provided by Jvangess
Categories Dessert
Time 2h8m
Yield 30 40 cookies.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Sift flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt together and set aside.
- Cream together shortening and sugars, add eggs.
- Mix flour and shortening mixture together.
- Divide dough in half, place each half on a sheet of wax paper.
- Shape dough into logs along length of wax paper. Freeze for 30 minutes.
- Melt chocolate chips in double boiler (Grandma uses semi-sweet or mint flavored for a surprise, leaving out the peanut butter in that case).
- Take one dough log out at a time and roll between 2 sheets of wax paper until it reaches across the paper, a little more than a 1/4" thick.
- Spread half of chocolate on dough. Roll up, like a jelly roll. Return to freezer. Repeat with other log.
- Allow dough to freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Slice cookies to desired thickness.
- Bake on greased cookie sheet for 8-10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.3, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 18.6, Sodium 172.3, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 20, Protein 3
OAT & COCONUT ICEBOX COOKIES
This recipe was passed down through my family from Grandma Irene and is a favorite of my dad and cousin Dennis. It's a true cookie lover's cookie: crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside and perfectly dunkable. -Lori Rowe, Tigerton, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cream butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in oats, coconut and walnuts., Divide dough in half. Shape each into a 10-in.-long roll. Wrap; refrigerate overnight., Preheat oven to 375°. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/2-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until edges begin to brown, 8-10 minutes. Cool 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Use good quality rolled oats: This will ensure that your cookies have a chewy texture.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Bake the cookies until they are golden brown around the edges: This will ensure that they are cooked through.
- Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them: This will help the frosting set properly.
Conclusion:
Grandma's Oatmeal Icebox Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their chewy texture, sweet and nutty flavor, and creamy frosting, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give these cookies a try!
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