Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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These soft oatmeal delights balance the hearty texture of rolled oats with sweet, plump raisins, creating a chewy bite that melts in your mouth. The easy one-bowl method blends melted butter with brown and granulated sugars, enriched by vanilla and a hint of cinnamon. Baking at a moderate temperature ensures golden edges and tender centers. Variations include nuts or dried fruits for added texture and flavor. Ideal for cozy evenings, they keep soft when stored properly.

Updated on Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:05:00 GMT
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Soft, chewy oatmeal cookies with plump raisins – an easy, one bowl recipe perfect for a cozy evening treat.

I love baking these chewy oatmeal raisin cookies as they bring a nostalgic comfort to our family evenings.

Ingredients

  • Dry Ingredients: 1 cup (130 g) all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups (135 g) old-fashioned rolled oats, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp salt
  • Wet Ingredients: 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled, 3/4 cup (150 g) light brown sugar packed, 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Add-ins: 1 cup (150 g) raisins

Instructions

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Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
Mix Sugars and Butter:
In a large bowl whisk together the melted butter brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth
Add Eggs and Vanilla:
Add the egg and vanilla extract whisking until fully combined
Combine Dry Ingredients:
Stir in the flour oats baking soda cinnamon and salt until just incorporated
Add Raisins:
Fold in the raisins with a spatula
Form Cookies:
Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet spacing about 2 inches apart
Bake:
Bake for 10 12 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centers look just set
Cool:
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely
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Sharing these cookies with my family always creates warm memories around the kitchen table.

Notes

For extra texture swap half the raisins for chopped walnuts or pecans Substitute dried cranberries or chopped dried apricots for a twist To keep cookies soft store in an airtight container with a slice of bread

Required Tools

Large mixing bowl Whisk Spatula Measuring cups and spoons Baking sheet Parchment paper Wire rack

Nutritional Information

Calories 130 Total Fat 5 g Carbohydrates 21 g Protein 2 g per cookie

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These chewy oatmeal raisin cookies make a perfect treat any time with minimal effort.

Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Soft, chewy oatmeal treats packed with plump raisins for a comforting snack or dessert.

Prep Duration
10 minutes
Cook Duration
12 minutes
Overall Time
22 minutes
Created by Lillian Roberts


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type American

Makes 18 Portions

Diet Info Meat-Free

What You Need

Dry Ingredients

01 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
03 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

01 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
02 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
03 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 1 large egg
05 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Add-ins

01 1 cup raisins

Steps

Step 01

Prepare Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 02

Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.

Step 03

Incorporate Egg and Vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined.

Step 04

Mix Dry Ingredients: Stir in flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until just incorporated.

Step 05

Add Raisins: Fold the raisins into the dough carefully using a spatula.

Step 06

Portion Dough: Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart.

Step 07

Bake Cookies: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers appear just set.

Step 08

Cool Cookies: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Essential Gear

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Allergy Notice

Read each ingredient label for allergens and talk to a professional if you're unsure.
  • Contains gluten, eggs, and dairy.
  • May contain traces of tree nuts due to raisin processing.

Nutrition Details (per serving)

Details here are for general info and aren't meant as medical advice.
  • Kcal: 130
  • Fats: 5 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 21 grams
  • Proteins: 2 grams