Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of our Brown Butter Iced Oatmeal Cookies. This delightful recipe features a rich, nutty essence from brown butter, perfectly balanced by the chewiness of old-fashioned oats and topped with a glossy vanilla glaze. Ideal for any occasion—be it festive gatherings or cozy nights in—these cookies not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also impress with their beautiful presentation. With simple ingredients straight from your pantry, you can whip up this charming treat that’s sure to become a favorite among friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups unsalted butter
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 2 cups 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, packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons molasses (not blackstrap)
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden and fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Cream browned butter with sugars until smooth; add eggs, vanilla, and molasses.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients and fold in oats.
- Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets; bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes.
- Mix powdered sugar with milk and vanilla for icing; drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg