Mock Macaroons

Oatmeal "marinated" in brown sugar and vegetable oil makes for crispy edges and a chewy middle.

• Calories: 83 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• ½ teaspoon almond extract
• 2 cups rolled oats

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine oatmeal, brown sugar and oil in a bowl. Stir to mix well. Cover and let stand at least 5 hours, or overnight.

Step 2

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets - use non-stick if possible.

Step 3

Add the egg, salt and almond extract to oatmeal and stir well until blended.

Step 4

Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls about 1-1/2 inches apart on greased cookie sheets. Bake 7 or 8 minutes or until edges are browned and center is golden. Remove from cookie sheet and cool on racks.