Thick oatmeal raisin cookies with chewy centers and cozy cinnamon flavor.
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are classic, cozy, and stay soft for days. The key is pulling them when the centers still look a little soft—they finish setting as they cool. If you want extra plump raisins, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes and pat dry.
Why You’ll Love This Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
- Soft and chewy: Perfect texture.
- Cozy cinnamon: Warm flavor.
- Lunchbox friendly: Stays soft.
- Easy pantry bake: Simple ingredients.
- Freezer-friendly: Dough balls freeze well.
Ingredients for Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
- Old-fashioned oats: Best chew; quick oats = softer.
- Flour: Structure.
- Baking soda: Lift and browning.
- Cinnamon: Cozy flavor (nutmeg optional).
- Butter: Richness.
- Brown sugar: Chew and moisture.
- Sugar: Helps edges set.
- Eggs + vanilla: Bind and flavor.
- Raisins: Sweet bites; swap dried cranberries if you prefer.
How to Make Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
- 1. Preheat to 350°F and line pans.
- 2. Cream butter and sugars 2 minutes.
- 3. Mix in eggs and vanilla.
- 4. Stir in dry ingredients just until combined.
- 5. Fold in oats and raisins.
- 6. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set, centers soft.
- 7. Cool 5 minutes on pan.
Tips for Perfect Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
- Don’t overbake.
- Measure flour carefully.
- Press a few raisins on top for a pretty look.
Variations & Substitutions
- Swap some raisins for chocolate chips.
- Add chopped walnuts.
- Use dried cranberries.
Storing & Freezing
- Airtight: up to 5 days.
- Freeze dough balls: up to 3 months.
Reader Review
Soft for days and the cinnamon flavor is spot on. Total keeper.
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe Card
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Yield: 24 cookies
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
How would you customize—more cinnamon, nuts, or chocolate chips?