Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

• Raisins are a type of dried fruit that come from grapes. They are made by drying grapes in the sun or in a dehydrator, which removes the majority of the water content.
• Unsalted butter is the most commonly used type of butter in baking, as it allows for more control over the amount of salt in the recipe.
• Brown sugar (packed) - Is made by combining granulated white sugar with molasses, which gives it a brown color and a slightly different taste than regular white sugar.
• Eggs - The best type of eggs you can buy at the store are organic or free-range eggs, while others may prefer eggs from specific breeds of chickens
• All-purpose flour - is a type of wheat flour that is commonly used in cooking and baking. It is versatile and can be used for a variety of recipes, including bread, cakes, cookies, and pastries.
• Baking soda - also known as sodium bicarbonate, is a white crystalline powder that is commonly used in baking as a leavening agent.
• Baking powder - is a leavening agent used in many baked goods, such as cakes, muffins, and biscuits. It is made up of a combination of baking soda, cream of tartar, and sometimes
• Cinnamon is a spice that comes from the inner bark of several trees from the genus Cinnamomum.
• Oatmeal (quick cooking oats) - This type of oatmeal is pre-cooked and then dehydrated, so it cooks quickly. It is available in a variety of flavors and is perfect for people who are always on the go.

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

How to Make Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Step 1: First, you put the raisins in a small pan of water uncovered and cook till puffy.Put in strainer to drain and cool.

Step 2: I rinse them under cool water to cool them off quicker) Cream and beat together (using elect. mixer) the butter, brown sugar, and eggs.

Step 3: Mix together the flour (unsifted), soda, baking powder, cinnamon, oatmeal and add to the creamed mixture, using beater to mix.

Last, add the raisins.

Step 4: With a spoon, mix them in ever so lightly. Drop by teaspoonfuls on lightly greased cookie sheets.

Recipe Tip: I use cooking spray) I sometimes use Tablespoonfuls to make bigger cookies!

Bake them between 350*-360* for 8-9 minutes.

Take them out before they get brown!

Cool for a couple of minutes on the cookie sheet before transfering to waxed paper to cool completely.

Enjoy!

Can I put a Glaze on these Cookies?

For the glaze - 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of soft butter, ¼ cup of maple syrup and 1 tablespoon of milk

I made some cookies with the glaze and some without. Either way, they were still good!

What else can you add in oatmeal raisin cookies?

1. Adding some chocolate chips to your oatmeal raisin cookies can be a delicious way to make them even more indulgent. You can use semi-sweet, dark or milk chocolate chips, depending on your preference.
2. Chopped nuts like pecans, walnuts or almonds can add some crunch and texture to your cookies. They also pair well with the oatmeal and raisin flavors.
3. :A little bit of cinnamon can add some warmth and depth to the flavor of your cookies. Try adding a teaspoon or two to your dough.
4. If you're looking for a slightly tart twist on the classic oatmeal raisin cookie, try using dried cranberries instead of raisins. They'll add a pop of color and flavor to your cookies.
5. For a tropical twist, try adding some shredded coconut to your oatmeal raisin cookie dough. It will add a slightly sweet, nutty flavor and some extra texture.

Tips for Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

I have made these with old-fashioned oats and they still turn out great.

Leave the cookies sitting on the baking sheet for a while, because they might not look like they're done yet. They continue baking on the sheet after you pull them out. Once you can lift them without breaking them apart, then transfer them to the baking sheet.