Oatmeal cookies are healthier than traditional Chocolate Chip Cookies because they are packed with 2 cups of oats which is the main ingredient here. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. These are a nice way to round out your holiday cookie platter along with classic Sugar Cookies, our irresistible Russian Tea Cakes, and if you haven’t tried them, Candied Pecans are a fun addition.
Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
You’ll love the texture of these oatmeal cookies – they are the perfect balance of thick, chewy, gooey, and soft. They also keep well and stay soft for days. All you need to go with these is a tall glass of milk.
Ingredients for Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
All-purpose flour – helps the cookie hold togetherBaking soda and baking powder – combining 2 leavenings gives these rise and a softer texture Cinnamon and salt – add flavor and balance the sweetnessButter – use unsalted and softened at room temperature. Sugar – combining packed brown sugar and granulated sugar gives these just the right amount of sweetness and golden color. Egg – adds moisture and helps to bind the cookie dough togetherVanilla extract – adds flavor and aroma to the cookiesRolled oats (also called “old-fashioned” oats) – give the cookies their signature chewy texture. Raisins – add moisture and a tangy sweetness Semi-sweet chocolate chips – make the cookies gooey and irresistible without being too sweet.
Our Best Tip for Soft & Moist Oatmeal Cookies
Presoak your raisins! It’s a quick step and doesn’t add extra time – I usually do that first while I’m measuring out my other ingredients and preheating the oven. It will make all the difference in how your cookies turn out. Raisins can get really tough and chewy in the oven but pre-soaking ensures they will come out plump and soft. They also keep more moisture in your cookie. Also, as with any cookie recipe, if you love a soft cookie, make sure you don’t over-bake.
How to Make Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Pro Tip: for easier and even portioning, use a 3 Tbsp or 2 oz cookie scoop to portion and make cookie dough balls.
To Store Cookies
Once cookies are at room temperature, store them in a sealed airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Oatmeal Cookie Variations
We love the addition of chocolate chips and raisins, but this oatmeal cookie dough is a great base for a variety of oatmeal cookies. These variations will produce a sweeter cookie compared to using semisweet chocolate, but they are tasty:
White chocolate chips and dried cranberries Dried Cherries and white chocolate chunksM&M’s – use colorful M&M chocolate candy and try seasonal colors to make these festive instead of using chocolate chips.Raisins with toasted and chopped pecans
Common Questions
All-Time Favorite Cookie Recipes
If you love fresh home-baked cookies, then you won’t want to miss these top-rated cookie recipes:
Snickerdoodle Cookies Russian Tea Cakes Christmas Sugar Cookies Peanut Butter Cookies Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Almond Snowball Cookies
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are definitely a worthy contender for the Christmas cookie platter. I hope this becomes a new favorite cookie recipe for you.
