Description
These classic chewy oatmeal raisin cookies feature crisp edges, a soft center, and plump raisins. Made with simple pantry ingredients and a crucial chilling step for the perfect texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated white sugar
- 1 cup (220g) packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 cups (270g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups (225g) raisins
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light, fluffy, and pale.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Switch to a silicone spatula and gently fold in the rolled oats and raisins until evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours).
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between mounds.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown but centers still look slightly soft.
- Let cookies sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Chilling the dough is essential for preventing excessive spreading and developing flavor. Do not overbake; cookies continue to cook on the hot pan. For gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free oats and flour. For vegan version, use vegan butter and flax eggs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
Keywords: oatmeal raisin cookies, chewy cookies, homemade cookies, baking from scratch, classic dessert, fall baking