Stolen off Facebook. This is our Austinite fire-fighting, homeschooling dad, missionary friend’s recipe.
He says they are easy to overbake, which will make them crunchy.
Makes 6 dozen cookies
Preheat oven to 375°F
Beat until creamy:
3 sticks (12oz) softened unsalted butter
Add and beat until fluffy (about 3 minutes):
1½ cup light brown sugar
1â…“ cup white sugar
Beat in, until well combined:
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla
Combine in a separate bowl:
4½ cups old fashioned rolled oats
2 cups sifted flour
1½ teaspoon baking soda
1½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cloves
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Mix dry ingredients into butter mixture with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined.
Stir in (optional):
3½ cups dark seedless raisins or 3½ cups chocolate chips
Drop tablespoon-sized balls onto un-greased baking sheets. Smash, with 1†between mounds. Bake 14 – 16 min. until edges are golden brown. Centers will be pale!
Cool 2 min; transfer to rack.