Description
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are a comforting and delightful snack that perfectly balances the chewy texture of rolled oats with the natural sweetness of juicy raisins. These wholesome cookies combine rich brown sugar, warm spices, and tender butter to create a treat that’s satisfying without being heavy. Easy to customize and perfect for any time of day, they bring warmth and happiness with every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (can be substituted with almond or oat flour for gluten-free)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for vegan option)
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg (or flaxseed “egg” for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Main Add-ins
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned oats recommended)
- 3/4 cup raisins
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently to prevent overmixing. Stir in the rolled oats and raisins until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop and Bake: Drop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown while the centers remain soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps the cookies firm up with the perfect chewy texture.
Notes
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for optimal chewy texture; instant oats may create a gummy cookie.
- Mix the dough gently to avoid tough cookies.
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes helps cookies hold their shape and deepens flavor.
- Underbake slightly for chewier centers, as cookies firm up as they cool.
- Soak raisins in warm water or orange juice briefly before baking to make them juicier.
- You can add chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
- For vegan cookies, substitute coconut oil for butter and use a flaxseed egg.
- To make gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and certified gluten-free oats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: oatmeal raisin cookies, homemade cookies, chewy cookies, warm spices, healthy snack, gluten-free cookies, vegan cookies, easy baking
