Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (Printable Version)

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

# 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

06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
07 - 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
08 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1 large egg
10 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

11 - 1 cup raisins

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
03 - Add the egg and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined.
04 - Stir in flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until just incorporated.
05 - Fold the raisins into the dough carefully using a spatula.
06 - Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers appear just set.
08 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy one bowl recipe
  • Soft and chewy texture with plump raisins
02 -
  • Contains wheat (gluten) eggs and dairy (butter)
  • Raisins may be processed in facilities with tree nuts check packaging if allergic
03 -
  • Ensure butter is slightly cooled to prevent cooking the eggs
  • Space cookies adequately to avoid merging during baking
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