White Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup white chocolate chips
• 1 cup dried cranberries

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which typically takes about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
5. Stir in the oats, white chocolate chips, and dried cranberries until evenly distributed.
6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space for spreading.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.