Frosted Oatmeal Cookie

These frosted oatmeal cookies are soft, chewy, and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze.

Prep Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 50 mins | Serves: 24

Ingredients

Cookies

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  

• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  

• 2 large eggs, room temperature
  

• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
  

• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  

• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, optional, for extra warmth
  

• 1/2 teaspoon salt
  

• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

Glaze

• 1 cup powdered sugar
  

• 2-3 tablespoons milk, or non-dairy alternative
  

• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Add to wet ingredients until combined.

Step 5

Stir in oats until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Drop dough balls onto baking sheets, leaving 2 inches of space between each.

Step 7

Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 8

Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.

Step 9

Carefully spread glaze over cooled cookies. Allow it to set before serving.