Martha Stewart's Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies


I found this recipe in martha's 2001 holiday cookies magazine and have been making it every christmas since. it is among my most requested cookies during the holiday season. (*prep time does not include chill time)

Steps


In a medium bowl , whisk together flour , salt , cinnamon , baking powder , and baking soda.
Set aside.
In a small bowl , whisk together the vanilla , milk , and eggs.
Set aside.
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment , combine the butter with both sugars , and beat on medium speed until light and fluffy.
Reduce speed to low , gradually add milk mixture , and beat well.
Add the flour mixture , and beat until just combined.
Remove bowl from the electric mixer , and stir in the oats and cranberries.
Place dough in the refrigerator until firm , at least 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Line several baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
Shape 2 tablespoons of dough into a ball.
Place on one of the prepared sheets.
Repeat with the remaining dough , placing 3 inches apart.
Press with the bottom of a glass to flatten dough into 2-inch diameter rounds.
Bake until golden but still soft in center , 16 to 18 minutes , .

Ingredients


all-purpose flour, table salt, ground cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, pure vanilla extract, milk, eggs, unsalted butter, light-brown sugar, granulated sugar, old fashioned oats, dried cranberries