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The Ultimate Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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Bake thick, bakery-style oatmeal raisin cookies that stay soft and chewy for days. This classic recipe uses simple ingredients to create comforting, flavorful treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 1/2 cups raisins (soak in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain well)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the rolled oats and the drained raisins by hand.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. For thicker cookies, press the dough balls down slightly.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown but the centers still look slightly soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Soaking the raisins in hot water before adding them keeps them plump and moist in the final cookie.
  • For extra thick cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before scooping and baking.
  • Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best chewy texture; instant oats will result in a softer, cake-like cookie.

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