Over the holiday weekend, Mackenzie and I were trying to decide on something to bake. We love baking around here and I have to say that girl is becoming a force in the kitchen. But I was slow to make plans because I’ve had a cold and I just wasn’t very interested.
Then she said, “Why don’t I bake something from Grandma’s box? maybe some cookies?” So she started digging and pulled out a recipe. It was extremely familiar to me, one my own mom made A LOT when I was growing up. It’s titled “Dad’s Oatmeal Cookies” and on the card it says “from mother.” I spoke with my mom about this and we are pretty sure they were her dad’s favorite cookie!
Well, Mackenzie didn’t have to ask me twice! I sent Michael to the store for a few ingredients to make sure we were ready to roll. YUM!
There’s not a lot to say here, because Mackenzie followed the instructions, right up to the raisins! You might remember – no raisins for us in baked goods! Instead, she divided the batter and put chocolate chips in one half of the batter and I chopped up dates for the other half.
These cookies turned out perfectly – just like always! They are one of the best cookies- soft and chewy – with an extra hidden flavor of coconut that makes them truly a favorite!
We’re 10 recipes in on this project – and having lots of fun! Even Mackenzie’s into it now! Let me know if you try these cookies!
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This recipe is all over the OR
I have this exact recipe written out by Kay years ago (likely when we got married). It’s been used in this house for many years. We’re team raisin though 😉.