Description
The Best Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are the ultimate comfort treat, combining chewy oats and sweet raisins for a delightful bite. Perfectly golden and slightly crisp on the edges, these cookies evoke warm memories of baking with loved ones. Easy to make and customizable, they are ideal for any occasion—whether enjoyed with a glass of milk or shared at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the rolled oats and raisins.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown around the edges but still soft in the center. Let cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg