Description
Oatmeal raisin cookies are a nostalgic treat that brings comfort with every chew. These warm, gooey delights combine soft oats and sweet raisins for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether enjoyed with a glass of milk or shared at gatherings, these cookies evoke childhood memories and warmth. Simple to make, they are customizable with nuts or chocolate chips, ensuring everyone can enjoy this classic cookie.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup dried raisins
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Stir in the rolled oats and raisins gently.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown around the edges but soft in the center.
- Let cool for a few minutes on the baking sheets before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chopped nuts or chocolate chips. To enhance chewiness, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.