Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure the rack is in the center position. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening and peanut butter until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Gradually add the packed brown sugar, creaming until the mixture is smooth and well combined. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until evenly incorporated. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the quick-cooking oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Using a fork, gently flatten each cookie in a crosswise pattern. This helps them bake evenly. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 12 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. (12 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)