Here’s a classic, soft and chewy oatmeal raisin cookie recipe you can make at home:
🍪 Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (Soft & Chewy)
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 cup (225g) butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper
2️⃣ Cream Butter & Sugar
- Beat butter + sugars until light and fluffy
3️⃣ Add Wet Ingredients
- Mix in eggs (one at a time)
- Add vanilla
4️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt
5️⃣ Mix Everything Together
- Gradually add dry mix to wet mixture
- Stir in oats and raisins
6️⃣ Shape & Bake
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto tray
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden
🔥 Tips for Perfect Cookies
- Soak raisins in warm water for 10 minutes → softer & juicier
- Don’t overbake → they firm up after cooling
- Add nuts (walnuts) for extra crunch
😋 Optional Variations
- Replace raisins with chocolate chips
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor
- Use whole wheat flour for a healthier twist
⚖️ Quick Nutrition Insight
These cookies contain oats, which are rich in fiber and support heart health—linked to benefits in reducing risk of Heart Disease when eaten as part of a balanced diet.
If you want, I can give you a low-sugar or healthier version of this recipe that still tastes great.
