Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are a classic treat that are soft, chewy, and filled with the wholesome goodness of oats and sweet raisins. They're perfect for a quick snack, sharing with friends, or enjoying as a comforting dessert.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
Mix-Ins
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 ½ cups raisins
- Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining your baking trays with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon, then set it aside.
- In a stand mixer, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar for 2–3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Stir in the oats and raisins (and walnuts if using) either by hand or on low speed.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes—this helps the cookies bake up thicker.
- Scoop the dough into 1.5-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on your prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and set. The centers should still look slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 185
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 115mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 26g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.5g
- Sugars: 14g
- Protein: 2.5g
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For a firmer cookie, bake a minute longer; for a chewier one, reduce by 1 minute.
- Dough can be frozen and baked later for fresh cookies anytime.