White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
These White Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies bake into soft, chewy, golden perfection with comforting oats, sweet creamy white chocolate, and delicious pecan crunch. The kind of cookie that disappears faster than you think.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 11 minutes
Total Time: 26 minutes
Servings: 36 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1. Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease your cookie sheets so the cookies release easily and bake evenly. Proper preheating ensures the cookies set quickly and keep their soft chewy interior.
Step 2. Cream the butter and sugars
In a medium bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time. Mix in the vanilla. This step builds the foundation of texture. Creaming incorporates air which helps the cookies bake tall and tender.
Step 3. Add dry ingredients
Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir into the creamed mixture until fully incorporated. Do not overmix. Overmixing causes dense cookies instead of tender ones.
Step 4. Add oats, white chocolate chips, and pecans
Stir in the rolled oats, white chocolate chips, and chopped pecans. These add texture and flavor contrast. The oats give structure, the white chocolate chips add creamy sweetness, and the pecans give a crunchy nutty finish.
Step 5. Drop and bake
Drop dough by tablespoons onto prepared cookie sheets. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are set. Cool on wire racks. The cookies continue to firm up as they cool.
Pro Tips
- Chill the dough for 20 minutes if you want thicker cookies.
- Swap pecans for macadamia nuts if you want a bakery style cookie.
- Use high quality white chocolate chips for the best melt and flavor.
Serving Suggestions and Pairings
- Serve warm with a glass of cold milk.
- Pair with hot tea or a cinnamon latte for a cozy afternoon treat.
- Add two cookies to vanilla ice cream for a quick homemade cookie sundae.
Nutrition Information
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cookie | 223 | 3g | 28g | 11g | 1g | 17g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
FAQs
How do I store White Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies?
Store them in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Can I freeze the dough?
Yes. Freeze scooped dough balls for up to 3 months.
Can I make these without nuts?
Yes. Simply omit the pecans with no changes needed.
White Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 6 dozen 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These white chocolate chip oatmeal cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with flavor—perfect for sharing, gifting, or treating yourself.
Ingredients
1 cup butter
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups rolled oats
2 cups white chocolate chips
1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease cookie sheets.
2. Cream together butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth. Stir in eggs and vanilla.
3. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; add to creamed mixture.
4. Stir in oats, white chocolate chips, and pecans. Drop by tablespoon onto sheets.
5. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on wire racks.
Notes
For thicker cookies, chill dough 30 minutes before baking.
Swap pecans with walnuts or omit for a nut-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 223
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 166mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 26mg










