Description

These homemade oatmeal raisin cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with warm cinnamon spice. Made with simple pantry staples, this reliable recipe yields perfectly tender cookies every time.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1 cup (220g) dark brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
3 cups (270g) old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup (150g) raisins

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
Reduce mixer speed to medium. 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 bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, kosher salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Switch to a rubber spatula and fold in the rolled oats and raisins until evenly distributed.
Scoop dough balls (about 2 tablespoons each) onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until edges are set and lightly golden but centers still look soft.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra juicy raisins, soak them in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry before adding to dough. For best texture, use old-fashioned rolled oats, not instant. Ensure butter is softened but not melted. Do not overbake; cookies continue to cook on the hot pan. Store in an airtight container with a piece of bread to maintain softness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 180
Sugar: 16
Sodium: 150
Fat: 8
Saturated Fat: 5
Carbohydrates: 26
Fiber: 1
Protein: 3

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