Neiman Marcus

Chocolate Chip Cookies

1 cup butter, softened to room temperature

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup brown sugar (You may use either light or dark)

2 eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 1/2 cups oatmeal, processed in a blender or food processor to a fine powder*

2 cups flour

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips

4 ounces of a 7-ounce large Hershey's milk chocolate bar, grated (May use a box grater or a microplane)


Directions

*Place the oatmeal into a blender or food processor and process to a fine powder. Set aside.

Cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, beating in one at a time, then add the vanilla, beating until well mixed. In another bowl, combine the oatmeal, flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt and add to the creamed mixture in thirds, mixing well. Sir in the chocolate chips and grated chocolate. Roll into balls and place 2 inches apart onto greased cookie sheets. Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes.