Moms Raisin Oatmeal Cookies

These chewy, sweet, and utterly irresistible raisin oatmeal cookies are a nostalgic treat that will transport you back to mom’s kitchen.

Made with a perfect blend of soft butter, sweet sugars, and hearty oats, these cookies are the perfect accompaniment to a cold glass of milk or a warm cup of coffee.

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup white granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup raisins

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Set aside.

In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Stir in the oats and raisins until they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

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

You should end up with 9 delicious cookies!

Notes

Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture.

Make sure to use unsalted butter for the best flavor.

Soften the butter to room temperature for easy mixing.

Don’t overmix the dough, you want it to be just combined.

If you want a crisper cookie, bake for 12 minutes.

If you want a chewier cookie, bake for 10 minutes.

You can also add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg on top of the cookies before baking for extra flavor.

Scoop the dough balls close together on the baking sheet, as they will spread out during baking.

These cookies freeze beautifully, so consider doubling the recipe and freezing some for later!

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 140
• Total Fat: 6g
• Saturated Fat: 3.5g
• Cholesterol: 10mg
• Sodium: 50mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 22g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 8g
• Protein: 2g