Description
These Soft & Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are a classic American dessert treat made with a perfect blend of oats, plump raisins, and warm cinnamon spices. They have a tender, chewy texture with golden edges and a naturally sweet flavor, making them irresistible for snack time or dessert. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, these cookies are perfect for baking enthusiasts looking for a cozy homemade treat.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups raisins
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and creamy, which will help create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition to fully incorporate, then stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute the rising agent and spices.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until just combined to avoid overworking the dough which can make cookies tough.
- Incorporate Oats and Raisins: Stir in the rolled oats and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the dough for chewy texture and sweetness.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart to allow spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes until the edges turn golden and the centers remain soft, signaling perfect doneness.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes to firm up before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely, preventing breakage.
Notes
- For extra chewy cookies, soak the raisins in warm water for 10 minutes before adding to the dough to plump them up.
- Add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for a delicious nutty crunch variation.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them soft and fresh for several days.
