Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
About This Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Oatmeal raisin cookies are a beloved classic for good reason. These cookies are wonderfully chewy with a hearty texture from rolled oats, natural sweetness from plump raisins, and warmth from cinnamon and vanilla.
What Makes This Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Special
They're slightly less sweet than many cookies, allowing the wholesome oat flavor to shine. The texture is perfectly soft and chewy with a bit of chew from the oats and bursts of sweetness from the raisins.
Key Techniques for Success
Some people claim these are the best cookies ever made, while others have strong opinions about raisins in cookies - but there's no denying these are delicious. They're perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or enjoying with a cold glass of milk.
Perfect for Every Occasion
The recipe comes together easily in one bowl and the cookies stay soft for days.
Ingredients
- 240g (3 cups) Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 180g (1½ cups) All-purpose flour
- 225g (1 cup) Unsalted butter, softened
- 200g (1 cup packed) Brown sugar
- 100g (½ cup) Granulated sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- ½ tsp Salt
- 150g (1 cup) Raisins
Quick Info
- Total Time:
- 27 min
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Servings:
- 36
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, cream together butter and both sugars until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- 3
Beat in eggs and vanilla until well combined.
- 4
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- 5
Mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- 6
Stir in oats and raisins until evenly distributed.
- 7
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
- 8
Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers still look slightly underdone.
- 9
Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Pro Tips
- •Soak raisins in warm water for 10 minutes for plumper, juicier raisins. Pat dry before adding.
- •Don't overbake - cookies continue to cook on the hot pan.
- •For extra chewy cookies, use all brown sugar instead of a mix.
- •Store in an airtight container to keep cookies soft.
Variations
Add chocolate chips along with raisins. Use dried cranberries instead of raisins. Add chopped walnuts for extra crunch.
