Oatmeal Cookie Mix I

Recipe View In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the flour, baking powder, salt, brown sugar, and rolled oats. (Approximately 5 minutes)

Recipe View Incorporate the shortening into the dry ingredients using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs and the shortening is fully absorbed. (Approximately 8-10 minutes)

Recipe View Transfer the prepared mix to an airtight container and store it in a cool, dry place for up to 8 weeks. (Approximately 2 minutes)

Recipe View When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper. (Approximately 5 minutes)

Recipe View In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of the cookie mix with 1 large egg (beaten), 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and your choice of 1 cup of mix-ins such as chocolate chips, shredded coconut, raisins, or chopped nuts. (Approximately 5 minutes)

Recipe View Drop rounded spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie. Gently flatten each cookie with a fork. (Approximately 5 minutes)

Recipe View Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. (Approximately 8-10 minutes)

Recipe View Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (Approximately 10 minutes)