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Perfect Homemade Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Deliciously chewy oatmeal raisin cookies that blend wholesome oats with sweet raisins and warm spices.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cookies, Easy
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Electric Mixer
  • Parchment Paper

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure to the cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps the cookies rise.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice.

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Should be softened for mixing.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture and caramel flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Balances sweetness.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binding agent.

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Provides chewiness and nutrition.
  • 1 cup Raisins Adds natural sweetness.

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg and mix until fully incorporated.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in the rolled oats and raisins until evenly distributed.
  • Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Enjoy your cookies fresh or store in an airtight container.

Notes

For variations, consider adding nuts, chocolate chips, or different dried fruits.