Indulge in these soft and chewy jumbo raisin cookies that are perfect for a snack or dessert. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, raisins, and cinnamon, these cookies will satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. The recipe is super easy and takes just under 30 minutes to prepare. Enjoy these homemade cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea, and you'll be in dessert heaven!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 1/2 cups raisins
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing 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. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the oats and raisins until fully combined.
- Using an ice cream scoop or a 1/4 cup measuring cup, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these jumbo raisin cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea!
Interesting Facts
The jumbo raisin cookies are a classic American treat that originated in the early 20th century.
Raisins are a great source of dietary fiber, antioxidants, and essential minerals like iron and potassium.
You can customize these cookies by adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.