Description
If you’re in search of a delightful dessert that exudes warmth and nostalgia, look no further than these Brown Butter Iced Oatmeal Cookies. Soft, chewy, and infused with comforting spices, they’re the perfect treat for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The combination of rich brown butter and a sweet vanilla glaze creates a flavor profile that’s both indulgent and heartwarming. Whether you’re baking for loved ones or treating yourself after a long day, these cookies are sure to bring smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups unsalted butter
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 2 cups plus 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden and nutty.
- In a bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine browned butter with sugars until creamy; then add eggs one at a time along with vanilla and molasses.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon tablespoon-sized dough onto lined baking sheets and bake at 350°F for about 10 minutes.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with milk and vanilla until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg