Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Soft, chewy oatmeal raisin cookies with warm spices and a perfect bakery-style texture. This foolproof recipe delivers rich flavor, crisp edges, and a tender center every time.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup raisins
Optional: 1/2 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper
2. In a bowl whisk together flour cinnamon nutmeg allspice baking soda and salt
3. In another bowl cream butter brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy
4. Add egg and vanilla extract and mix until fully combined
5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined
6. Fold in oats raisins and optional cranberries
7. Cover and chill dough for at least 30 minutes
8. Scoop dough onto baking sheet leaving space between cookies
9. Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set
10. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to wire rack
Notes
Chilling the dough is essential for chewy texture
Do not overbake to keep centers soft
Use old-fashioned oats for best texture
Weigh flour for most accurate results
Store in airtight container up to 5 days
Find it online: https://pinchofwarmthbakes.com/oatmeal-raisin-cookies/