Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Ingredients

For the Cookies

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup raisins

Substitutions

• Use a cup-for-cup gluten-free baking blend in place of all-purpose flour.
• Use a dairy-free baking stick in place of butter.

Instructions

Step 2: Cream butter and sugar

Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light. Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla.

Step 4: Add oats and raisins

Fold in rolled oats and raisins.

Step 5: Bake

Scoop 2-tablespoon portions 2 inches apart. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are golden but centers still look soft. Cool 5 minutes on the pan.

How to Store Leftovers

Cool Oatmeal Raisin Cookies completely before covering. Store it airtight at cool room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 4 days if the kitchen is warm or the recipe contains fresh fruit.

How to Reheat

Serve Oatmeal Raisin Cookies at room temperature unless the recipe is intended warm. Heat individual portions briefly and avoid overheating frosting, glaze, or fruit filling.

Serving Ideas

• Cold milk
• Coffee or tea
• Ice cream
• A holiday cookie tray

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Overmixing after flour is added.
• Cutting or frosting before cooling.
• For Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, relying on color alone instead of the center cue.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition is an estimate and can vary with brands, portion size, and substitutions.

Frequently Asked Questions