SECRET INGREDIENT OATMEAL COOKIES

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I have been making these cookies for my family and friends for about 15 years. They are always a big hit and the "secret ingredient" of frosted flakes gives them extra flavor and texture that everyone really enjoys.

Provided by Mrs D

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 c all purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c unsalted butter
1/2 c solid vegetable shortening
1 c sugar
3/4 c brown sugar, firmly packed
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 c quick cooking oats
1 3/4 c frosted flakes

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 325*.
  • 2. Combine flour, baking powder, soda, and salt; set aside.
  • 3. Cream butter and shortening on low speed of a mixer until light and fluffy.
  • 4. Gradually add sugar and brown sugar, beating well at medium speed.
  • 5. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  • 6. Add flour mixture, mixing well.
  • 7. Stir in oats and flakes.
  • 8. Drop dough with a cookie scoop onto a greased pan. (I use foil and cooking spray for this.)
  • 9. Bake for 12 minutes or until golden.
  • 10. Allow to fully cool on wire racks.

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