Description
Delight in these classic Best Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, featuring a perfect blend of chewy oats, sweet raisins, and a hint of cinnamon. Soft on the inside with lightly golden edges, these cookies are easy to make and ideal for any occasion.
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 together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Gradually add this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Incorporate Oats and Raisins: Fold in the old-fashioned oats, raisins, and, if using, the chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape and Bake: Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Remove from the oven and let the cookies 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 them when edges are just set.
- Walnuts are optional but add a nice crunch and flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Ensure butter is softened for easier creaming with sugars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
