Description
These Best Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with wholesome oats, sweet raisins, and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for a comforting snack or dessert, these cookies combine the rich flavors of butter and brown sugar with the satisfying texture of old-fashioned oats for a timeless classic treat.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Add-ins
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Incorporate Oats and Raisins: Fold in the old-fashioned oats, raisins, and optional chopped walnuts to ensure even distribution throughout the dough.
- Shape and Bake: Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, slightly underbake by removing from oven at 10 minutes.
- Walnuts are optional but add a nice crunch and flavor variation.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Use old-fashioned oats for best texture; quick oats will change the consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
