Description
Classic oatmeal cookies are a timeless treat, perfect for any occasion. They are chewy, flavorful, and easy to make.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing well.
- Stir in oats and raisins (if using).
- Drop tablespoon-sized dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Substitute raisins with chocolate chips for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg