How do I make classic oatmeal cookies with raisins?

Bake up a batch of these classic oatmeal cookies with raisins! Soft, chewy, and packed with wholesome goodness. Perfect for a sweet treat!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Classic Oatmeal Cookies with Raisins. Items include: Butter Granulated sugar Brown sugar Eggs Vanilla extract All-purpose flour Baking soda Ground cinnamon Salt Rolled oats Raisins

Butter 1 cup
Granulated sugar 1 cup
Brown sugar 1 cup packed
Eggs 2 large
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
All-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups
Baking soda 1 teaspoon
Ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Rolled oats 3 cups (old-fashioned)
Raisins 1 cup

Take note
Be careful not to overmix the cookie dough, as it can result in tough cookies. Also, keep an eye on the cookies while they are baking to prevent them from becoming too brown.

1

Gather your ingredients

First things first, let's gather all the ingredients you'll need for these delicious cookies. Grab 1 cup of butter (softened), 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of packed brown sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 3 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats, and 1 cup of raisins.

2

Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This will prevent the cookies from sticking and make cleanup a breeze.

3

Cream butter and sugars

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. You can use an electric mixer or do it by hand if you're feeling strong!

4

Add eggs and vanilla

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then add the vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well combined. Remember, we want the cookies to be filled with love and flavor!

5

Combine dry ingredients

In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Give it a good whisk to make sure everything is evenly mixed. This step prevents any unwanted clumps of baking soda or cinnamon in your cookies!

6

Mix dry ingredients and oats

Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the creamed butter and sugar mixture. Mix until just combined. Then, stir in the rolled oats. This will give your cookies that fantastic chewy texture!

7

Fold in raisins

Last but not least, fold in the delicious raisins. They add a burst of sweetness to every bite. Make sure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough!

8

Bake the cookies

Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon or your hand. Now it's time to pop these beauties into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.

9

Cool and enjoy

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once they have reached the perfect temperature, grab a cookie and enjoy! These Classic Oatmeal Cookies with Raisins are best enjoyed with a cold glass of milk or a hot cup of tea.