Description
These Soft & Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are a perfect blend of hearty oats, sweet raisins, and a hint of cinnamon, all baked to golden perfection. They offer a delightful chewy texture balanced with just the right amount of sweetness, making them a comforting classic treat ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
Mix-ins
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined, ensuring even distribution of leavening and spices.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing. Fold in the rolled oats, raisins, and chopped walnuts if desired to incorporate texture and flavor.
- Form Cookies: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden and the centers remain soft for the perfect chewy texture.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, omit the walnuts.
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the preferred chewy texture; quick oats will alter the consistency.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- Feel free to substitute raisins with dried cranberries or chocolate chips for variation.
