Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Prep 15 minCook 12 minTotal 27 minYield 24 cookies

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Equipment: Mixing bowls, measuring tools and suitable baking pan or appliance

Ingredients

120 g rolled oats 190 g all-purpose flour 115 g unsalted butter, softened 150 g brown sugar 1 whole large egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 150 g raisins

Instructions

1. Prepare

   Heat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two trays; whisk oats, flour, baking soda and salt.

2. Cream

   Beat butter and brown sugar until creamy; beat in egg and vanilla.

3. Mix

   Stir dry ingredients into butter mixture just until combined, then fold in raisins.

4. Bake

   Drop 24 rounded tablespoons onto trays with space between; bake 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden and centers look softly set.

5. Cool

   Rest on trays 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool.

How to tell when it is ready

Rest on trays 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool.

Tips

• Heat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two trays.
• Beat butter and brown sugar until creamy.
• Stir dry ingredients into butter mixture just until combined, then fold in raisins.
• Drop 24 rounded tablespoons onto trays with space between.

Troubleshooting

• If cookies spread too much, chill dough first.
• If cookies are dry, shorten the bake and measure flour carefully.

Substitutions

• Use golden raisins for dark raisins.
• Use quick oats for rolled oats with a softer texture.

Variations

• Add ground cinnamon.
• Replace some raisins with chopped walnuts.

Serving suggestions

• Serve with milk.
• Offer with tea.
• Pack in lunch boxes.
• Add to a cookie platter.

Make ahead

Prepare the measured ingredients in advance. Store airtight at room temperature up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.

Storage

Store airtight at room temperature up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.

Food safety

Bake egg dough until centers are set; cool completely before sealing the container.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know oatmeal raisin cookies is ready?

Rest on trays 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool.

How should I store oatmeal raisin cookies?

Store airtight at room temperature up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.

Serve with milk. Store airtight at room temperature up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.