Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (2024)

by Lindsay 25 Comments

These Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are fluffy, chewy and full of delicious mix-ins. They’re easy to make when a dessert craving strikes!

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**NOTE: This post was originally published in October 2010. I updated the photos in October 2015 and am now republishing the recipe because let’s be honest, you probably missed it the first time**

Hi Friends!

Cooler weather is finally here and that means one thing- time to bake! There are few things more comforting to me than baking cookies, especially a tried and true favorite that I know will come out the same way every single time. I can’t even remember where this recipe came from originally. I make them so often I just have the ingredients written down on a scrap of paper, with no title or directions.

These are my hubby’s favorite cookie. He’s not a dessert person but he will occasionally request these so I’m happy to oblige. They’re the perfect balance of fluffy and chewy and are jam-packed with delicious mix-ins.

Here’s the recipe:

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Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Fluffy, chewy and full of delicious mixins, these cookies are sure to become your new favorite.

  • Author: Lindsay
  • Prep Time: 0 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 24 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 c butter, softened (or melted)
  • 2/3 c brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 1/2 c oats
  • 1 1/2 c flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 c dark chocolate chips
  • 1/2 c cranberries

Instructions

  1. Combine the butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla in a bowl. If you want to use a mixer, just soften the butter in the microwave. If you prefer to stir by hand, melt the butter completely before adding the other ingredients.
  2. Add flour, oats and baking soda and beat or stir to combine.
  3. Mix in chocolate chips and cranberries.
  4. Scoop onto greased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes

Don’t they look yummy! Make some to share or make a double batch and freeze half the dough for later. Oh and just a little side note- if you have a friend who just had a baby, do her a favor and either make her some of these cookies….or make the dough to stock her freezer. Just trust me…she’ll appreciate it!

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Enjoy!

–Lindsay–

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Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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  1. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (5)Kimi says

    I don’t have any dried cranberries, but I do have fresh ones. Would that work for this recipe?

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    • Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (6)Lindsay says

      I just recently used fresh cranberries in cookies and they were good! However, they’re not as sweet like dried cranberries are….so just be aware of that. You could also substitute raisins or another dried fruit if you wanted!

      Reply

  2. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (7)Katrina@Katrina Runs for Food says

    I need a few of these delivered to Katrina in Alabama. I’m sure they will get to me:)

    Reply

  3. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (8)Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says

    Isn’t it funny to go back to an old post and see what we thought was photography back then? I still have a lot to learn but sometimes I just laugh at my old pictures!

    Either way, these cookies sound delicious! I love having healthy cookies around!

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  4. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (9)Katie {mom's kitchen handbook} says

    Beautiful new snaps, Lindsay. I would have eaten the “before” cookies, too, but the updated ones look especially delicious.

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  5. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (10)heather @french press says

    I love oatmeal cookies in any form, but with cranberries and chocolate you really can’t go wrong!!

    Reply

  6. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (11)Liz @ The Clean Eating Couple Blog says

    Oooh I LOVE chewy cookies… and the chocolate/cranberry combo.. that is one of my favs! Can’t wait to try this.

    Reply

  7. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (13)Jessica @ Nutritioulicious says

    Don’t you just love looking at the comparison of old pictures to new?! Well done on the new shots!

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  8. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (14)Alexandra Caspero says

    I LOVE seeing your photography progress! Isn’t it amazing to go back and redo recipe photos!? These look great, my kind of cookie!

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  9. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (15)Kelli @ Hungry Hobby says

    Yum these look delicious, oatmeal cookies are my favorite type of cookie!

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  10. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (17)Sarah-A Whisk and Two Wands says

    YUM! Love cranberry chocolate chip oatmeal cookies! Only I’ve only made them with white chocolate and this year really loving the dark chocolate cranberry combo! I’ll have to whip up a batch of these soon!

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  11. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (18)The Wooden Spoon says

    Oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are MY FAVORITE. Thanks for sharing this and congrats!

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  12. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (19)ErikaMC says

    Are there supposed to be oats in these? Either way they look good! I think I’ll make these for Thanksgiving treats.

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  13. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (20)Jill Silverman Hough says

    These look yummy–just perfect for the holiday season! And amen for doubling the recipe so there’ll be dough on hand for the next craving–great idea. Is there anything that makes them particularly healthy, or are they about all good things in moderation?

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    • Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (21)Lindsay says

      all about moderation!

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      • Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (23)Catherine says

        Which oats to use? The rolled oats or just quick cooking one? Thanks!

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        • Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (24)Lindsay says

          rolled oats!

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  14. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (25)Dan Jenner says

    Wow these look delicious. The kids are always looking for new cookies to make over the holidays. + chocolate chips, great!

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  15. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (26)Katy says

    These look SO delicious. And what a perfect time of year to make and eat them!

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  16. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (27)Kathleen says

    Can your cookies be made with say almond flour or a non gluten prepared flour such as Pamela’s Artisan flour?

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    • Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (28)Lindsay says

      i think you could sub a 1:1 gluten-free flour but i’m not sure about almond flour!

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  17. Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (29)emmalou says

    I made almost the EXACT cookie twice recently and now cannot find the recipe. The one I used called for oat flour and 1/2 oats; I think 1/2 c brown sugar and one egg plus the chips and the dried cranberries. They were DELICIOUS.
    Easy to fix and great to have on hand.

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FAQs

Should oatmeal cookies be soft or hard? ›

The best oatmeal cookies, like the kind we're sharing here, are soft and chewy through the center with crispy edges. They're studded with plenty of old-fashioned whole rolled oats and plump, sweet raisins.

Why are my oatmeal chocolate chip cookies so hard? ›

There are a few reasons why your oatmeal cookies may be too hard. Perhaps you left them in the oven a couple of minutes too long. To rectify this, simply bake the next batch for less time. Another reason could be the density of the dough.

Why do my oatmeal cookies get hard? ›

Cookies become hard when the moisture in them evaporates. This can be caused by leaving them out in the air for too long, baking them for too long, or storing them improperly.

What is the purpose of baking soda in oatmeal cookies? ›

BAKING SODA: When baking soda is combined with an acid, like the cocoa powder, baking powder, and brown sugar in this recipe, it produces carbon dioxide, which helps the cookie dough rise and eventually spread. It also helps the cookies caramelize, raising the pH level in the dough for peak browning.

How do I make my cookies chewy instead of crunchy? ›

How To Make Cookies Chewy Without Cornstarch
  1. Go heavy on brown sugar. It has more moisture than its granulated counterpart, which means the cookie comes out less crispy. ...
  2. Choose margarine or shortening instead of butter. ...
  3. Use baking powder instead of baking soda. ...
  4. Rest your dough. ...
  5. Shorten baking time.
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What makes a cookie more soft? ›

The lower the protein, the softer your cookies will be. All-purpose flour is a medium-protein flour, making for mediumly-soft cookies. Cake flour is low in protein and you can substitute it into cookie recipes for all-purpose flour 1:1. The results will be very tender cookies.

What is the secret ingredient to keep cookies soft? ›

For soft cookies, use: Brown sugar, as it has a high moisture content and retains moisture better than white sugar. Also, when combined with eggs, brown sugar can prevent spreading (taller cookies tend to be softer and fluffier). Shortening instead of butter or in addition to butter.

How do I keep my oatmeal cookies soft? ›

Over-baked cookies will be dry, hard, and crumbly. Secondly, always store your cookies in an air-tight container. They should stay soft for up to 3 days. If they aren't as soft as you'd like, just add a slice of white bread to the container and they should soften right up.

How do you moisten oatmeal cookie batter? ›

There are a few things you can do to add liquid to your cookie dough if it is too dry and crumbly. One option is to add milk, water, or another liquid until the dough is the right consistency. You can also try adding melted butter or shortening. If your dough is still too dry, you may need to add more flour.

Should I use baking soda or baking powder in cookies? ›

Baking soda is typically used for chewy cookies, while baking powder is generally used for light and airy cookies. Since baking powder is comprised of a number of ingredients (baking soda, cream of tartar, cornstarch, etc.), using it instead of pure baking soda will affect the taste of your cookies.

Can I skip baking soda in oatmeal cookies? ›

You may be surprised to see that this recipe is made without baking powder or baking soda. The creaming process of the butter and sugar along with the addition of the egg make the cookie rise without the need for any other leavening. This results in an easy oatmeal raisin cookie with very few ingredients!

Should cookies be hard or soft when they come out? ›

They are likely not fully cooked if they feel excessively soft or doughy. Properly baked cookies should have a slightly firm texture on the outside. Spread: Raw or undercooked cookies may spread excessively during baking and have a flatter shape than desired.

How do you know when oatmeal cookies are done baking? ›

How to Tell When Oatmeal Cookies Are Done. Many drop cookie recipes, including oatmeal cookies, specify baking until the edges are golden or light brown; often, the recipe also specifies that centers should appear set (not jiggly and raw). In these cases, you can usually tell by simply taking a look at the cookies.

Why are my cookies crunchy instead of soft? ›

Sugar dissolved in baking forms a syrup as the dough heats up. Different types of sugars affect the texture because they absorb different amounts of water. Remember moisture is the key! White sugar creates crispier cookies and brown sugar creates chewier cookies.

Why are my oatmeal cookies spongy? ›

Check package to make sure what you used contained at least 70% fat. A spread with less fat, diet "margarines" or spreads in tubs contain have too much water. The water creates steam, causing the cookies to puff.

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