Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.

3. 3

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).

5. 5

   Gradually blend the dry mixture into the wet mixture.

6. 6

   Stir in the rolled oats and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

7. 7

   Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

8. 8

   Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

9. 9

   Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.