Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

American · Dessert · 27 min total

Classic oatmeal cookies that are soft, chewy, and packed with warm cinnamon flavor. Perfect for a cozy treat.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 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)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. Stir in oats and raisins (if using) until evenly distributed.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
9. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Tips

• For chewier cookies, use old-fashioned oats instead of quick oats.
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
• Freeze unbaked dough balls for up to 3 months; bake directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes.

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