Oatmeal Cookies Recipe: Chewy and Nostalgic
Chewy Oatmeal Cookies with oats and raisins.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins optional
- Optional: Powdered sugar
- Suggested Pairings: Milk tea
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F; line baking sheets with parchment.
- Beat butter and sugars until fluffy, 2-3 minutes.
- Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
- Whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; add to wet ingredients.
- Stir in oats and raisins; scoop 2 tbsp of dough, place 2 inches apart, and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden; cool for 2 minutes on sheets, then on racks.
- Dust with powdered sugar; serve with milk and tea.
Notes
- Use rolled oats for chewiness.
- Store at room temperature for 5 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Try a chocolate chip variation.
- Pair with coffee.