Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Classic (Print-Friendly Version)

Oatmeal raisin cookies blend plump raisins, old fashioned oats, and a soft chewy center for a nostalgic treat. Bake this comforting favorite, perfect for cozy gatherings or a homemade snack. Featuring chewy texture and wholesome oats, this is a keeper.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 teaspoon apple pie spice or 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1 cup packed light brown sugar
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Mix-Ins

10 - 3 cups old-fashioned oats
11 - 1 1/2 cups raisins

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and apple pie spice.
02 - In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on high speed until mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Scrape the bowl. Beat in vanilla extract and eggs until fully incorporated.
04 - Reduce mixer speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture, mixing just until combined. Scrape the bowl to ensure all ingredients are mixed together.
05 - With mixer on low, add old-fashioned oats and raisins to the dough until evenly distributed.
06 - Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Bake each batch for 12 to 14 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For chewier cookies, remove from oven as soon as the edges are set and centers appear slightly underbaked.