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A close-up of several freshly baked oatmeal raisin cookies on a cooling rack.

Quick way to grow perfect Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

These classic oatmeal raisin cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with flavor, offering a perfect balance of sweet and spice for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1.5 cups raisins

Equipment

  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • electric mixer (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt, then set aside.
Mixing the Dough
  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Fold in the rolled oats and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Baking
  1. Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
  3. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra chewiness, underbake the cookies slightly. You can also add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice for a richer flavor profile.