Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Soft, chewy, and packed with warm, comforting flavors, these Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are a timeless treat everyone will love. Made with hearty oats, sweet raisins, and a hint of cinnamon, this easy cookie recipe delivers the perfect balance of texture and flavor in every bite. Crisp on the edges and tender in the center, they’re perfect for snack time, dessert, or a cozy homemade treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins (soaked in warm water for 10 minutes, then drained)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugars In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Mix Dry Ingredients In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in Oats and Raisins Stir in oats and drained raisins until evenly distributed.
- Chill the Dough (Optional but recommended) Chill the dough for 30 minutes to prevent spreading and to enhance chewiness.
- Bake the Cookies Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden but centers still look slightly soft.
- Cool and Serve Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.