Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Oatmeal raisin cookies are a classic, chewy baked treat made primarily with rolled oats, plump raisins, and a blend of spices like cinnamon. Originating in the United States, they became a staple of home baking and comfort food in the early 20th century.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These cookies are typically high in carbohydrates and fat, with the oats providing some dietary fiber and plant-based protein. A standard cookie generally contains around 100-150 calories, offering small amounts of iron and antioxidants from the raisins.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	180 mg
Iron	2 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Potassium	150 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg
Manganese	0.5 mg
Copper	0.1 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.1 mg

Per 2 cookies (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, they are often seen as a 'healthier' cookie alternative due to the oats, though they can be just as sugary as other varieties. Nutritionally, the combination of soluble fiber from oats and natural sugars from raisins provides a more sustained energy release compared to cookies made with only refined flour.