Old Fashioned Iced Oatmeal Cookies

In the world of desserts, few things evoke the warm, comforting embrace of nostalgia quite like old-fashioned iced oatmeal cookies. This cherished recipe, which harks back to simpler times, has the magical ability to transport us back to our grandmother’s kitchen, where the air was always fragrant with spices and love. Today, I’m thrilled to share with you a classic recipe for Old Fashioned Iced Oatmeal Cookies, a treat that’s as delightful to make as it is to devour.

Ingredients:

Before we begin, let’s ensure we have all the necessary ingredients. This recipe makes about 24 cookies, perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Cookie Dough:

• 3/4 cup shortening
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 cups oats (quick cooking or old fashioned)

Glaze:

• 4 tablespoons milk
• 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
• Water as needed (to reach desired consistency)

Directions:

1. Preparation: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing your baking sheets. This ensures your cookies will slide off easily once they’re baked to perfection.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and both sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy. This is the foundation of your cookies, so make sure it’s well combined. Beat in the water and vanilla extract next, integrating them fully into the mixture.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. These dry ingredients will give your cookies their structure and a delightful spiciness.
4. Merge: Gradually add your dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing well to ensure a uniform dough. Then, gently fold in the oats. This step is where the texture of your cookies starts to take shape.
5. Bake: Using a medium cookie scoop, drop the dough onto your prepared baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown. This baking time is crucial for achieving that perfect cookie texture — crispy on the outside, yet chewy within.
6. Cool: Let the cookies stand on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool. This slight cooling period makes it easier to move the cookies without them breaking.
7. Glaze: For the glaze, combine milk and powdered sugar, stirring until smooth. Add water, a teaspoon at a time, until the glaze reaches your desired consistency. Dip the top of each cookie into the glaze, letting the excess drip off. This sweet finish is what sets these cookies apart, adding a layer of sugary goodness that complements the spiced oatmeal cookie.

Nutritional Information:

Each cookie is approximately 150 kcal, making it a delightful treat that doesn’t overindulge the calorie budget.

Total Time:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 27 minutes

These Old Fashioned Iced Oatmeal Cookies are more than just a dessert; they’re a journey back in time, a bite of nostalgia, and a testament to the timeless appeal of home-baked treats. Whether you’re making them for a special occasion, as a comforting treat for yourself, or to share with loved ones, these cookies are sure to warm hearts and bring smiles. Enjoy the process, savor the aroma, and indulge in the delicious outcome. Happy baking!

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