Description
These Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are the gold standard for anyone craving that perfect balance of a golden, crisp edge and a soft, chewy center. Packed with wholesome oats and plump raisins, these cookies are a timeless crowd-pleaser. Perfect for after-school snacks, weekend baking sessions, or a quick dessert for guests, this recipe is designed to be whipped up in under 30 minutes. Discover your new favorite go-to treat for satisfying your sweet cravings with this simple, nostalgic recipe.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 1/2 cups raisins
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
Fold in the rolled oats and raisins with a spatula until evenly distributed.
Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft.
Let the cookies sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool.
Notes
Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain their chewiness. Raisins can be substituted for dried cranberries, nuts, or chocolate chips if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg