Description
These soft and chewy oatmeal raisin cookies are everything a classic cookie should be—comforting, wholesome, and irresistibly satisfying. Made with old-fashioned oats, plump raisins, a touch of cinnamon, and rich brown sugar, they deliver a perfect blend of chewiness and warmth. The added molasses gives each bite a deeper flavor while keeping the texture moist and tender.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup (200g) packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp unsulphured molasses (not blackstrap)
- 1⅔ cups (209g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 cups (255g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup (140g) raisins
- Optional: ½ cup (64g) chopped walnuts
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth (about 2 minutes).
- Add the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla and molasses. Beat on high speed until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined.
- Fold in oats, raisins, and optional chopped walnuts. The dough will be thick and sticky.
- Chill the dough for 30–60 minutes to help prevent spreading.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Roll the dough into 2-tablespoon-sized balls and place 2 inches apart on the baking sheets.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes, until edges are golden and centers appear slightly underbaked.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra plump raisins, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes, then pat dry before adding to the dough.
- Want a twist? Swap raisins for dried cranberries or add a handful of chocolate chips for a sweet spin on this classic.
- These cookies freeze well for up to 3 months—either as dough balls or fully baked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Protein: 2.2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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