Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (220 grams) packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (135 grams) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 ¼ cups (150 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional for extra flavor)
- 1 cup (150 grams) raisins
- ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, optional)
Instructions
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and smooth. Using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed makes this step easier.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Add raisins and nuts: Fold in the raisins and chopped nuts to the dough. This creates the signature taste and texture of the cookies.
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Form the cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough and shape into balls. Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden but the centers still look a bit soft. They will set as they cool, ensuring chewy, delicious cookies.
- Cooling: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to prevent tough cookies; mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Baking cookies slightly under the recommended time will help maintain their chewy texture.
- Storing the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature keeps them fresh and chewy for several days.
- Adding a pinch of cinnamon enhances the traditional flavor and aroma of the chewy oatmeal raisin cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 22 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 mg