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Peppermint Oatmeal Soap: A DIY Guide
Peppermint oatmeal soap is a gentle and refreshing soap that is perfect for all skin types. It is made with natural ingredients that are gentle on the skin, and it has a wonderful peppermint scent that will invigorate your senses. This soap is also a great way to use up leftover oatmeal, and it makes a great gift for friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup quick-cooking oats
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the oats, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Stir in the pecans and cranberries.
- Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Tips
- For a chewier cookie, use old-fashioned oats instead of quick-cooking oats.
- Add in your favorite mix-ins, such as chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts.
- For a festive touch, decorate the cookies with icing or sprinkles.
- These cookies are best when eaten fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Enjoy!
Peppermint oatmeal soap is a wonderful way to pamper yourself or give a thoughtful gift to someone special. It is a simple and easy soap to make, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.