So last week, one of my co-workers brought in some cookies that she had baked over the weekend and was generous enough to share one with me. Never mind the fact that I was most likely staring them down and drooling from the mouth as she talked about them with me. But anyways…
The cookies were GOOD. Like, really good. And when she told me how quick and easy they were, I knew I needed to get my hands on that recipe. Sure enough, she passed along the recipe and this weekend, I made a batch of them myself.
Turns out she was right. These oatmeal pecan cookies are super easy to make AND taste crazy good. They almost sort of remind me of a chewy, caramel-like cookie. And for those of you who like or need to avoid flours, these babies will be right up your alley. They’re flourless!
Plus, I love the fact that the recipe is so basic; I think you could add all sorts of fun things if you wanted to! Chocolate chips, raisins, dried cranberries, coconut flakes…the possibilities are endless!
So if you guys have an extra half hour or so to spare, definitely give these cookies a try…and if you add something new and love it, let me know!
Chewy Oatmeal Pecan Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1-1/4 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (*I love almond so that’s what I used, but her recipe called for vanilla extract)
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350ºF and cover 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix oats, sugar, baking powder, pecans and salt together in a large bowl until well incorporated.
- Add butter, egg and vanilla to oat mixture; mix well.
- Drop teaspoonfuls of batter onto prepared cookie sheets and flatten each out, leaving at least 2-inches between each cookie.
- Bake cookies until edges turn golden, about 8 to 12 minutes. Let cookies stand on cookie sheets for 2 minutes before removing to a cooling rack.
Oh yeah…and they’re also pretty darn delicious crumbled up on top of yogurt. Just sayin’.
Enjoy!
Brynn says
Oatmeal cookies are my favorite! I cannot go to potbelly without snagging one of their oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. However, I truly despise oatmeal raisin. Ha! These look delicious and I love that you can change them up!
Courtney says
What is potbelly??? And, whaaaaat?!? Despise oatmeal raisin?! Say it isn’t so!!
Brynn says
Potbelly is a sandwich shop. They also serve cookies, ice cream and milkshakes. Yup, no raisins for this girl, bring on the chocolate chips!
Courtney says
Well doesn’t that just sound like the most amazing place EVER.
Sarah @ Sarah Sincerely says
These DO sound relish! And I can only imagine how good they’d be with chocolate chips, cranberries or both! Just might have to add it to the holiday baking list.
Courtney says
Right?! I’m totally planning on making another batch with some add-ins!
Andrea @ pencils and pancakes says
Super easy! These are going on the list!
Linz @ Itz Linz says
these look fantastic and a nice change from the traditional chocolate chip or sugar (not knocking either one!)
Courtney says
Haha, that was my thought exactly! A little different from the usuals :)
Jasmine @ A cupcake for my thoughts says
Love oatmeal cookies! These look super easy and delicious, definitely on my must try list!
Stacie @ SimplySouthernStacie says
I wish I had seen this recipe yesterday! Last night I was baking cookies for my small group’s Christmas cookie exchange and I somehow managed to mess up two batches of cookies! How is that even possible? I hope they don’t judge me when I put some really pretty store bought cookies on a Christmas plate. ; )
Courtney says
Hahaha, while I can’t speak for them…I am never one to turn my nose up at ANY cookie ;)
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Chewy cookies are the best!
Erica House says
I’m pretty adamant about not putting nuts in my baked goods but you’ve made these sound good enough that I’m going to have to give them a try!
Courtney says
Haha, I’m usually with you, Erica! But having them chopped up so fine makes a huge difference. It’s almost just like they have a pecan flavor, rather than a nutty texture, if that makes sense?
Sara @ Lake Shore Runner a says
Oh my these looks delicious. Two of my favorite things are pecans and oatmeal. I am definitely adding these to my cookie line-up.
Courtney says
I’m usually not a “nuts in my cookies” kinda person but having them chopped up so fine makes them just sooooo good!
Melissa @ Freeing Imperfections says
I love how thin and crispy these look!
Kathryn says
Mmm, these look so good! I must give them a try!
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Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says
Oatmeal cookies are one of my faves!
haley @Cupcakes and Sunshine says
YUM. These sound incredible. Like those Lacey cookies? Mmmm!
Courtney says
Yes!
Liv @ Healthy Liv says
Mmm love oatmeal cookies, and even more, oatmeal cookie DOUGH. Have you tried making monster cookies?!
Courtney says
Oh myyyy, yes. But it’s been a long time! May need to change that… :)
Alyssa says
Looks delish!! How many cookies does this recipe make?
Courtney says
I think I got just over 2 dozen, so not a ton!
Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says
These sound absolutely amazing!!! I LOVE oatmeal cookies and all things pecan….pinning for a future cookie craving!
Bethany says
Those look amazing! I can’t wait to make them!
Shawna says
mmmm oatmeal cookies are my absolute fave. these look delish.
Jamie @ Dishing Out Health says
Ah oatmeal cookies are my all-time fav! I really love almond extract in baked goods, too.. I just think it adds a dose of decadence! These are definitely going on my list this season. I can always count on you for sharing great cookie recipes!
Courtney says
YES! Almond extract is my faaaaavorite. I think my favorite swap is putting it in buttercream frosting in place of vanilla. THE best.
Danica @ It's Progression says
Yum! These look awesome, and I love the bonus that they’re flourless. I just pinned it so my sister and I can add it to our baking day list!
Lizzie @ The Magic Tree says
Ok, currently salivating and it’s not even 11 a.m.!
Carrie (This Fit Chick) says
Yummy! these are delicious and the fact that oats are involved makes me think they’re okay to eat for breakfast ;)
Jolynn @ Lift Pray Love says
This is perfect! I have a personal training client with SO many health restrictions. Pinning to make her these for Christmas!
Nicole says
Your recipes have never steered me wrong!!
(I’m thinking of making your French toast casserole for a work brunch on Thursday!!)
Courtney says
Oooooo, good idea! Did you end up making it??? :)
Siena says
These look so delicious! I signed up for a bikini competition in February, so I am keeping my diet super clean. As soon as February hits I am making these for my after competition treat!
Sarah @ Sweet Miles says
These look delicious, Courtney!! My mother in law grew up on a pecan orchard, so she makes a lot of tasty pecan recipes, I’ll have to pass this one along!
Courtney says
A pecan orchard?! I never knew there WAS such a thing?! How fun!!
Taylor says
Tried making these today and absolutely loved them!!! Everyone try!!
Courtney says
Yay!! So glad you enjoyed! :)
Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says
Yum! I actually think pecans are so underutilized.
tiffany says
just tried these and they turned out to be a terrible disaster LOL!
your pix look so good so i was really looking forward to them. :(
Courtney says
Oh NO!! What happened to them???
Bonnie says
Made these yesterday for my husband since he loves chewy, oaty cookies and they were great! I was skeptical as I was dropping them on the cookie sheets b/c the batter was kind of wet and I wasn’t sure the oats would hold together, but they turned out great and looked just like your pics above. Thanks for sharing!
Courtney says
So glad you enjoyed!!! :)
Diane says
I used ingredients I had on hand, substituting coconut sugar for the brown and Brazil nuts and Pecan nuts both. They are a little darker color due to the coconut sugar but they are tasty. I think they would be great with anything. Love the texture. Thanks!
mspm says
You don’t add flour?