Oatmeal Raisin Cookies VII

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually stir into the creamed mixture.
5. Stir in oats and raisins.
6. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased cookie sheets.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Oatmeal raisin cookies are one of the most popular cookie recipes in the U.S.
• Adding a teaspoon of cinnamon to the dough can give the cookies a delicious flavor.
• Raisins are often seen as a healthier alternative to chocolate chips in cookies.