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Tender Soft Rhubarb Oatmeal Cookies Easy Homemade Recipe with White Chocolate and Ginger

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These tender soft rhubarb oatmeal cookies combine the tangy sweetness of fresh rhubarb with creamy white chocolate and a hint of ginger for a comforting springtime treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats (old-fashioned, not instant)
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup (100g) light brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (about 150g) fresh rhubarb, finely chopped
  • ½ cup (90g) white chocolate chips or chunks
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Chop 1 cup fresh rhubarb into small, uniform pieces (about ¼ inch). If using frozen, thaw and pat dry.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, rolled oats, baking soda, baking powder, ground ginger, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened butter with light brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Beat in egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  6. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding gently until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in chopped rhubarb, white chocolate chips, and freshly grated ginger.
  8. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
  10. Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. Do not overmix after adding flour to avoid tough cookies. Fold in rhubarb gently to keep cookies tender. If rhubarb is very juicy, sprinkle extra flour on it before folding in to prevent soggy dough. Baking time is critical to keep cookies soft; remove when edges are set but centers still look soft.

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Keywords: rhubarb cookies, oatmeal cookies, white chocolate cookies, ginger cookies, spring dessert, soft cookies, homemade cookies

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