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Iced Oatmeal Cookies

Iced Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful experience of our Iced Oatmeal Cookies Recipe, perfect for any occasion. These old-fashioned cookies combine crispy edges with chewy centers and are generously topped with a creamy vanilla icing that elevates their appeal. Easy to make and customizable, they can be enjoyed as an after-school treat, a dessert at gatherings, or simply as a cozy snack on a rainy afternoon. Whether paired with a glass of milk or served alongside fruit, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup shortening
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 cups oats (quick cooking or old-fashioned)
  • 4 tablespoons milk
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together shortening and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in water and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon; gradually add to the creamed mixture while mixing well.
  5. Fold in oats until evenly distributed.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto greased baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown; let stand for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool.
  8. While cooling, prepare icing by mixing milk and powdered sugar; adjust consistency with water as needed.
  9. Dip cooled cookies in icing and let them set on the wire rack.

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