Description
These classic oatmeal raisin cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with warm spices and sweet raisins—just like grandma made.
Ingredients
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup raisins
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in eggs and vanilla until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Stir in oats and raisins (and nuts, if using).
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are just set.
Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
Notes
For extra chewy cookies, soak raisins in warm water for 10 minutes and drain before using.
Dough can be chilled for 30 minutes to prevent spreading.
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Swap raisins for chocolate chips if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
