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stacked oatmeal cookies with raisins on a drying rack.
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Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe

Everyone needs a classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookie recipe, and you are going to love this one. I'm sharing all of my tips and tricks so you can make the perfect batch every time.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Chill Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 27 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 222kcal
Author: Dorothy Kern
Cost: $10

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ½ cups (186g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter , softened
  • 1 ½ cups (300g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 ¼ cups (277g) quick cooking oats
  • 1 ½ cups raisins

Instructions

  • Note: this dough needs to be chilled. Plan ahead!
  • In a medium bowl, whisk cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and flour. Set aside.
  • Cream butter and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. (You can also use a large bowl and a hand mixer.) Cream until smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Mix in eggs and vanilla and beat until smooth.
  • Gradually mix in dry ingredients until smooth, being careful not to over mix. Add oats and mix, then stir in raisins.
  • Scoop 2 tablespoon sized balls of dough and place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment or wax paper. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper or a silpat baking mat and place the cookie dough balls 2” apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the bottom is slightly golden. Cool on cookie sheets for 10 minutes, then remove to a rack to cool completely.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days. They can also be frozen in an airtight container or ziploc bag for up to 2 months.

Notes

  • Note: this dough needs to be chilled. Plan ahead! Don't skip that step.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container. You can also freeze them.
  • You know cookies are done baking when they're just no longer glossy on top.
  • You can substitute craisins for the raisins!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 222kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 156mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 257IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg