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Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

These soft and chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are a classic homemade treat made with simple pantry ingredients. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and packed with sweet raisins, this Oatmeal Cookies Recipe Easy is great for beginners and can be customized into Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe, Granola Cookies, or even Healthy Oatmeal Cookies. A must-try for anyone who loves comforting oatmeal desserts!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 18 Cookies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup butter softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup raisins
  • Optional Add-ins:
  • ½ cup chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts
  • 2 tablespoons seeds for granola-style cookies

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix well.
  6. Fold in raisins and any optional add-ins.
  7. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Use rolled oats for the best chewy texture.
Soak raisins in warm water for 10 minutes for extra softness.
Do not overbake to keep cookies moist.
Chill dough for 20 minutes for thicker cookies.
For Oatmeal Raisin Bars, press dough into a baking pan and bake for 20–25 minutes.