Description
These classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are chewy, flavorful, and loaded with wholesome oats and sweet raisins. Perfect for a comforting treat or snack, they combine warm cinnamon spices and a touch of vanilla for an irresistible homemade cookie experience.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating the base for a tender cookie.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to fully incorporate, then stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the cookie’s flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to ensure they are evenly distributed.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing which can make cookies tough.
- Incorporate Oats and Raisins: Stir in the old-fashioned rolled oats and raisins until they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Form Cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges turn a golden brown color, indicating they are cooked through.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely for the best texture.
Notes
- For softer cookies, take them out closer to the 10-minute mark; for crispier edges, bake closer to 12 minutes.
- Ensure butter is softened, not melted, for optimal texture.
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best chewy texture; instant oats will alter consistency.
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can enhance flavor and reduce spreading.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
