These soft and chewy oatmeal raisin cookies are a classic American treat that is perfect for any occasion. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, raisins, and warm spices, these cookies are a delightful blend of sweet and chewy goodness. Enjoy them with a glass of cold milk or a hot cup of coffee for a comforting treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup raisins
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet 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 and mix until just combined.
- Stir in the oats and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these delicious soft oatmeal raisin cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee!
