Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
These classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with warm cinnamon, hearty oats, and sweet raisins. A comforting homemade treat perfect for any occasion!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 1/2 cups raisins
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the oats and raisins until evenly distributed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Customization: Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.
- Freezing Tip: Freeze cookie dough balls for up to 3 months and bake straight from the freezer when needed.