Oatmeal Icebox Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1 cup coconut
• 1/2 cup raisins

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease cookie sheets.
2. In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
4. Gradually add flour mixture to creamed mixture, and stir until just blended. Stir in oats, coconut, and raisins.
5. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto prepared cookie sheets.
6. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned. Cool on cookie sheets for 1 minute, then remove to cooling racks.

Interesting Facts

• Oatmeal cookies are an American favorite, and are often associated with home-baked treats.
• Oatmeal cookies can be made with various types of oats, including quick-cooking, rolled, and steel-cut.
• Oatmeal cookies can be made with various types of add-ins, including nuts, dried fruits, and chocolate chips.