OATMEAL FRUIT COOKIES

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I've been using this recipe for more than 25 years, so I don't have to tell you how much my family likes it! Whole wheat flour and oats make these crisp yet chewy cookies a hearty around-the-clock snack.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped dates

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, baking, soda, salt and cinnamon; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins, walnuts, coconut and dates. , Roll into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 325° for 14-16 minutes or until edges are firm. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 228mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Linda Freeman
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Overall, these cookies were pretty good. I would make them again, but I would make a few changes to the recipe.


Angelique Furcy
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would use less sugar next time.


King Spider147 (KingSpider147)
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I'm not a big fan of oatmeal cookies, but these were actually pretty good. I liked the addition of dried fruit and spices.


Damaireus Lewis
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These cookies were just okay. I think they needed more spices.


Zingisa Mayekiso
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I found the recipe to be a little confusing. I think it could be written more clearly.


Raul Santiago
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These cookies were a little dry for my taste. I think I would add more butter or oil next time.


Damilola Adediran
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I've made these cookies several times and they always turn out great. They're a favorite in my house.


Happy Harii
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These cookies are so good! They are soft and chewy with the perfect amount of sweetness. I love the combination of oats, dried fruit, and spices.


Official Kally
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I made these cookies for a potluck and they were a big hit! Everyone loved them.


Mido Amir
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These cookies were delicious! I loved the combination of oats, dried fruit, and spices. They were also very easy to make. I will definitely be making these again.


Monir Sikdhar2022
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I made these cookies last night and they turned out great! They were easy to make and the ingredients were simple. I used a mix of raisins, cranberries, and chopped walnuts. The cookies were chewy and flavorful. I will definitely be making these agai


Choudhary fahad
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These oatmeal fruit cookies were a hit! They were soft, chewy, and packed with flavor. I loved the combination of oats, dried fruit, and spices. I will definitely be making these again.