Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 and 2/3 cups (210g) all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 3/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
05 - 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar
07 - 1/3 cup (66g) granulated sugar
08 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
09 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
10 - 1 Tablespoon (15ml) molasses
11 - 3 cups (255g) old-fashioned whole rolled oats
12 - 1 and 3/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using. Set aside.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter for 1-2 minutes. Add brown sugar and granulated sugar and beat until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
03 - Beat in eggs, vanilla extract, and molasses until well combined. Scrape bowl as needed.
04 - Mix in flour mixture at low speed, then stir in chocolate chips. Cover and chill for 45-60 minutes.
05 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets. Bake 13-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers look slightly underbaked.

# Notes:

01 - Dough can be refrigerated for 3-4 days
02 - Let chilled dough sit at room temperature 30 minutes before baking
03 - Cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months
04 - Add extra chips on top of warm cookies for presentation