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Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookies with Whole Wheat Flour (A Family Favorite!) + Free Printable Gift Tags

Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookies with Whole Wheat Flour (A Family Favorite!) + Free Printable Gift Tags

Is there anything better than soft, gooey chocolate chip cookies, fresh out of the oven? If you’re a sucker for delicious chocolate chip cookies, you absolutely must give this recipe a try! (Plus, get FREE printable gift tags to give these as a holiday gift when you download our FREE Homemade Christmas Gifts Guide!)

Recipe from my sister, Brigette. During the months of November and December, we’ll be highlighting some of our favorite homemade gifts! Download our FREE Homemade Gifts Guide to get recipes to 15+ easy-to-make gifts, plus printable gift tags to go with each gift!

Soft Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookies have been a staple over the years!

I’ve made a lot of chocolate chip cookies over the years.

I remember being 9 or 10 and feeling so excited the first time I made them all by myself. I quickly discovered that if you know how to bake a good cookie, you will always have friends!

When we lived overseas for two years, I was able to build many relationships with the local children as a result of chocolate chip cookies. After introducing them to this American staple, they were quickly hooked, so they obviously had to keep coming back to my house since it was the only way to get more!

This Chocolate Chip Oat Cookies recipe is our all-time fave!

This recipe is one of my all-time favorite cookie recipes. I’ve adapted it slightly from a recipe from one of my long-time friends (Thanks, Elsie!). It’s traveled the world with me and has consistently turned out in many different ovens.

These buttery gems are crispy on the edges and soft and gooey in the center. Not too puffy, and not too flat. Perfect.

It’s a pretty basic recipe with a couple of interesting additions. I don’t recommend making any substitutions or leaving anything out!

Chocolate Chip Cookies are a great Christmas gift idea!

Because this chocolate chip cookie recipe is SUCH a hit with everyone, it makes a great homemade and delicious holiday gift! Or use them in a Christmas Cookie Exchange!

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What are the Ingredients for Chocolate Chip Cookies?

1 cup butter, softened
¾ cup sugar
¾ cup brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup whole wheat flour
½ cup quick-cooking oats*
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
1 ½-2 cups chocolate chips

*You can use regular rolled oats if you prefer – just process them for several seconds in a blender first.

Can you substitute all-purpose flour for the whole wheat flour in this recipe? Is it a 1:1 swap?

Yes! If you’d rather use only all-purpose flour, just substitute an extra 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour for the 1/2 cup of whole wheat flour.

How to make Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies with Whole Wheat Flour

1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF.

2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy.

3. Add vanilla, lemon juice, and eggs. Beat well.

4. In a separate bowl, mix the flours, oats, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture.

6. Stir in the chocolate chips.

7. Drop by rounded tablespoons on an ungreased cookie sheet.

8. Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes.

9. Cool on wire racks.

How long to bake Chocolate Chip Cookies?

We recommend starting with the lowest time (10 minutes) and checking for doneness. If they need another minute or two, you can always add more time.

However, we feel chocolate chip cookies are always best slightly under-done than overdone!

Tips for making the best Soft Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookies

There are a few things that will help your cookies to be very soft and gooey…

Make sure your butter is very soft (but not melted)
Use the full amount of brown sugar (don’t skimp!)
Don’t over-mix the batter or over-bake the cookies
Make sure the oven is fully pre-heated before putting the cookies in.

How to Store Oat Chocolate Chip Cookies

Keep your cookies in a tightly sealed container or bag at room temperature or in the freezer. Do not store them in the refrigerator as that will dry them out faster.

How Long do Chocolate Chip Oat Cookies last?

Cookies should stay fresh for roughly 3 days at room temperature. If you want to make them in advance, or make a triple batch for later, freeze the extras.

How to Freeze Chocolate Chip Cookies

After the cookies cool completely, place them in an air-tight food storage container with wax paper between each layer of cookies. Freeze for up to 6 months.

FAQs for Quick Oat Chocolate Chip Cookies

What is the secret to gooey cookies?

Use lots of chocolate chips and don’t over-bake them.

What keeps cookies soft and chewy?

Use softened butter,

Why did my Chocolate Chip Cookies go flat?

Flat cookies could be caused by using too much butter (or melted butter), using too little flour, or if your baking soda/powder is expired. Your cookies could also be flat if your oven temperature isn’t hot enough.

How does oatmeal affect cookies?

Quick oats help to “bind” the dough together, absorbing moisture and building structure.

Is whole wheat better for cookies?

All-purpose flour will produce the lightest and fluffiest cookies, but adding a little whole wheat flour creates a nice texture and denseness with a small amount of extra nutrients.

Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookies

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword chocolate, freezer friendly, oatmeal, quick snack, snack

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Servings dozen

Calories 115kcal

Author Brigette

Ingredients

1 cup butter softened
¾ cup sugar
¾ cup brown sugar packed
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup whole wheat flour
½ cup quick-cooking oats or regular oats processed in a blender
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
1 ½-2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy.
Add vanilla, lemon juice, and eggs. Beat well.
In a separate bowl, mix the flours, oats, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture.
Stir in the chocolate chips.
Drop by rounded tablespoons on an ungreased cookie sheet.
Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes.
Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition

These cookies are so delicious.

If you’re on the lookout for a better chocolate chip cookie recipe, you must give this one a try!

What are your favorite cookies? I’d love to hear!

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