HONEY OATMEAL CRAISIN COOKIES

Honey Oatmeal Craisin Cookies image

Provided by Michelle Bersani =^..^=

Categories Cookies

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 c all purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1 c unsalted butter (room temp)
1 1/2 c brown sugar (i use dark, but light is fine), packed
1 Tbsp honey
1 tsp orange extract
2 large eggs
3/4 c craisins (dried, sweetened cranberries)
1/2 - 3/4 c mini cinnamon chips (i use hershey's)
2 c oats, quick cooking (not instant)
1/2 c chopped walnuts; or any nut you prefer (optional)

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a medium sized bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy.
4. Add the honey and orange extract. Beat until fluffy.
5. Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat until fully incorporated.
6. Mix in the craisins, cinnamon chips, oats and nuts (if desired).
7. Add flour mixture and mix well.
8. Roll into 1 inch balls and place on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until lightly browned around the edges.
9. Place cookies on wire rack until completely cooled.