A perfect Autumn snack! |
There’s a wonderful bakery in Camarillo called “The Bread Basket.” We’ve been going there for years. I would stop by almost weekly to pick up dinner on my way to California Lutheran University when I was working on my doctorate because our classes ran from 5 – 10 on Thursday nights with only a half hour break. Most often, I would get a Nut Crunch Sandwich and two Caramel Oatmeal Cookies. It’s been many years since I’ve made the drive to CLU, but I still remember how wonderful those cookies were! This is my best attempt at recreating them. Although not a perfect match, they are really, really good & chewy!
See the caramel & walnuts peeking through? |
- 1 Cup Butter, softened
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 Cup Brown Sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 Cups Flour
- 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
- ½ Teaspoon Salt
- 3 Cups Oats
- 1 Cup Walnuts
- 1 11-ounce bag Kraft Caramel Bits
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- In a stand mixer, blend butter, sugar, brown sugar for 3 minutes until fluffy.
- Then mix in eggs, until thoroughly combined, about 2 minutes.
- Then add flour, baking soda,and salt. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Then add in oats, walnuts, and caramels
- Beat until nuts and caramel bits are incorporated, then use a scoop to shape the cookie dough and arrange it on parchment paper-lined cookie sheets.
- Bake for 12 minutes (I like my cookies chewy, so if you like them crunchy, bake them a little longer.)
So good that we (almost) cleaned the plate! |
Enjoy!
I made this miniature pincushion from an antique Austrian Salt Cellar for my friend Doretta’s birthday! |
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Mary Hirsch says
Oatmeal-raisin cookies have always been my favorite cookie. Well, maybe peanut-butter also and I never pass by a molasses. So, I certainly can add this cookie of yours to my list-try. Did you or John unwrap each caramel? How long did that take? They look delicious, Susan. I saw your pincushion gift on Facebook. It’s lovely and beautiful and I hope your friend appreciated your thoughtfulness. Hand-made gifts are the best.
Cocoa and Lavender says
These look mouthwatering! And I love the little petit point pincushion you found! Happy Thanksgiving to you and John! xox, David
Mary McGill says
These cookies are yummy! Better than Bread Basket! Thanks so much! Mary