Description
These Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are packed with hearty oats, juicy raisins, and warm spices, delivering a nostalgic treat with soft centers, chewy texture, and crisp edges—perfect for snacking or sharing.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just incorporated.
- Stir in the oats and raisins by hand until evenly distributed.
- Scoop the dough into balls using a cookie scoop or tablespoon and place on the baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are slightly underbaked.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Soak raisins in warm water for 10–15 minutes for extra plumpness.Use quick oats for a softer texture, if preferred.Add chopped nuts or swap raisins for chocolate chips or dried cranberries.Chill the dough for thicker cookies and reduced spreading.Store with a slice of bread to maintain cookie softness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
