Description:
These classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with warm cinnamon flavor, hearty oats, and sweet, juicy raisins. Perfect with a glass of milk or a cup of tea, these cookies are a comforting treat for any occasion.
Ingredients (Makes about 24 cookies)
- Unsalted butter (softened): 1 cup (2 sticks or 230 g)
- Brown sugar (packed): 1 cup (200 g)
- Granulated sugar: ½ cup (100 g)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- All-purpose flour: 1 ¾ cups (220 g)
- Baking soda: 1 tsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
- Salt: ½ tsp
- Old-fashioned rolled oats: 3 cups (300 g)
- Raisins: 1 cup (150 g)
- Optional: ½ cup (60 g) chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until creamy and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the oats and raisins (and nuts, if using).
Step 2: Shape the Cookies
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Lightly flatten each mound of dough with the back of a spoon for even baking.
Step 3: Bake the Cookies
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set. Do not overbake; the cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Success:
- Butter consistency: Ensure your butter is softened but not melted for a perfect texture.
- Plump raisins: Soak the raisins in warm water for 10 minutes before adding them to the dough for extra juiciness.
- Chill the dough: For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
Recommendations:
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Pairing suggestion: These cookies pair wonderfully with coffee, tea, or a cold glass of milk.
- Add-ins: Substitute or add dried cranberries, chocolate chips, or shredded coconut for variety.
Nutrition (Per Cookie):
- Calories: ~140
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Sugar: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
Warm, cozy, and irresistible, these Oatmeal Raisin Cookies will become a beloved classic in your recipe collection! ✨
