Description

Thick, soft, and irresistibly chewy, these oatmeal cookies are packed with old-fashioned rolled oats, a hint of cinnamon, and just the right amount of sweetness. Customizable with raisins, chocolate chips, or nuts, they’re a comforting homemade treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon salt

3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

1 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
Fold in the oats and optional raisins or chocolate chips.
Scoop about 1/4 cup of dough per cookie onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers look slightly soft.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30–60 minutes before baking.

Use old-fashioned oats for the best chewy texture.

Swap raisins with chocolate chips or add chopped nuts for variation.

Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking for a flavor boost.

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 210
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg