Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Brown Butter Iced Oatmeal Cookies, a comforting treat that combines rich flavors and a soft, chewy texture. This recipe features the nutty notes of brown butter blended with hearty oats, warm spices, and a sweet vanilla glaze that beautifully enhances each bite. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home, these cookies are not only delicious but also visually stunning on any dessert table. With their easy preparation and customizable options, they’re bound to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups (282 g) unsalted butter
- 2 cups (190 g) old fashioned oats
- 2 cups, plus 4 tablespoons (280 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup (200 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 2 tablespoons molasses (not blackstrap)
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Brown the butter by melting it over medium heat until golden brown and aromatic. Let cool.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together brown butter and sugars until smooth; add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture, followed by old-fashioned oats.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- For icing, whisk powdered sugar with milk and vanilla; drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg