Description
A hybrid oatmeal cookie with a sugary glaze and perfect texture balance. These chewy treats use halal-approved shortening, a 2:1 sugar-to-oat ratio, and a crisp glaze that adds to the satisfying crunch. Ideal for holiday spreads or cozy nights on the counter.
Ingredients
1 cup halal/non-hydrogenated shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp water
1 tsp vanilla extract (use alcohol-free option if needed)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
2 1/2 cups rolled oats
1/3 cup non-alcoholic milk or water for glaze
3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar for glaze
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper
Beat shortening in a large bowl until smooth (30 seconds)
Add brown and granulated sugars in increments, scraping bowl after each addition
Blend at medium speed until light and fluffy, 3-4 minutes total
Add water and vanilla extract slowly, mixing until dough holds a ribbon when lifted
Sift flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in 3 portions over the wet mixture
Alternate adding the dry ingredients and 2 cups of rolled oats in 3 portions
Finish by folding in remaining 1/2 cup rolled oats
Chill dough 15-30 minutes for crisp edges
Scoop 24 dough balls onto prepared baking sheets
Bake for 12 minutes or until golden
Cool cookies on wire racks
Mix glaze: Combine 1/3 cup non-alcoholic milk with 3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
Drizzle glaze over warm cookies until lattice appears
Notes
For dietary compliance, ensure shortening and vanilla extract are halal-certified
Chilling the dough is optional but recommended for structured edges
Swap 1/2 cup of rolled oats for raisins or chocolate chips if preferred
For stronger spice, increase cinnamon by 1/2 tsp or add nutmeg
Store in airtight container for up to 5 days
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg