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Oatmeal Cookies

Chewy Oatmeal Cookies That Redefine Homemade Comfort

These Chewy Oatmeal Cookies redefine comfort with a delightful blend of chewy oats and sweet raisins, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Cookie Sheets
  • parchment paper

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Can swap with whole wheat flour for denser texture
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional nutmeg can be added for extra spice
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Ensure freshness for best results
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness and balances flavors
  • ½ cup Butter Vegan butter can be used for dairy-free
  • ½ cup Granulated sugar Reduce for less sweetness
  • ½ cup Light brown sugar Dark brown sugar can be used for a richer flavor
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with flaxseed meal or applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Homemade extract can enhance flavor
  • 3 cups Rolled oats Do not substitute with steel-cut oats

For the Sweetness

  • 1 cup Raisins Can substitute with chocolate chips or dried cranberries

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two large cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  • In a larger mixing bowl, cream the room temperature butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Add the large egg and vanilla extract into the mixture and mix until fully combined.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula.
  • Fold in the rolled oats and raisins into the cookie dough until evenly distributed.
  • Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake the cookies for about 9-10 minutes, or until golden brown at the edges.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a minute or two before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freeze cookie dough for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
Keyword baking, Chewy Cookies, comfort food, Desserts, Homemade Cookies, Oatmeal Cookies
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