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Crispy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tablespoon ground flax seeds
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup rolled oats uncooked
  • 1 cup crisp rice cereal Rice Krispies
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°
  • Make up flax egg: combine flaxseed and water in a small bowl. Let sit 5 minutes
  • Beat shortening and sugars at medium speed until blended; add flax egg and vanilla, beating well.
  • Combine flour and next 2 ingredients; add to shortening mixture, mixing well.
  • Stir in oats and remaining ingredients.It might be crumbly, you can add a tiny bit more water at this stage if needed.
  • Shape into balls, and place 2 inches apart on lightly greased cookie sheets; flatten slightly.
  • Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes (depending on size).
  • Transfer to wire racks to cool.