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Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Deliciously chewy oatmeal raisin cookies that are perfect for any occasion, forgiving in nature, and packed with nostalgia.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup butter, softened Trader Joe’s European-style butter is recommended.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Use packed brown sugar for best results.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon You can substitute with nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients
  • 3 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup raisins Soaking in warm coffee for five minutes is optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually blend this dry mixture into the creamed mixture.
  5. Stir in the oats and raisins until well combined.
Baking
  1. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
  2. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the edges are golden brown.
  3. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

Underbake slightly for chewiness; overbake for a crunchier cookie. Let cookies set on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to avoid breaking.