Description
Savor the classic comfort of Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. These delectable treats feature a perfect balance of hearty oats, sweet raisins, and warm spices, resulting in a chewy, satisfying cookie. Ideal for an afternoon snack or a sweet indulgence, these cookies are a timeless favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) packed light or dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 Tablespoon (15ml) unsulphured or dark molasses
- 1 and 2/3 cups (209g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups (255g) old-fashioned whole rolled oats
- 1 cup (140g) raisins
- Optional: 1/2 cup (64g) chopped toasted walnuts
Instructions
- Cream Sugars and Butter: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer with paddle attachment, cream butter and sugars until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, mix on high until combined, about 1 minute. Add vanilla and molasses, mix on high until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Add to wet ingredients, mix on low until combined. Beat in oats, raisins, and walnuts (if using) on low.
- Chill Dough: Chill dough for 30-60 minutes.
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Shape Cookies: Roll dough into 2-tablespoon balls, place 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake for 12-14 minutes until lightly browned.
- Cool: Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Make Ahead & Freezing: Baked cookies and unbaked dough freeze well up to 3 months.
- Special Tools: Electric Mixer | Baking Sheets | Silicone Mats | Cookie Scoop | Cooling Rack.
- Use old-fashioned oats.
- Use room temperature eggs.
- Soak raisins in warm water for 10 minutes before use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
