Oat Raisin Cookies Recipe

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

• 1 cup raisins

• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

4. In another bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).

5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

6. Fold in the raisins and chopped nuts (if using).

Step 2: Shape and Bake

1. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

2. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.

3. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft.

4. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 3: Serve

• Enjoy your delicious oat raisin cookies warm or at room temperature!

Tips

• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

• For a chewy texture, be careful not to overbake the cookies.

Happy baking!