Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are a classic. You can eat them any time of day (think for breakfast on the run!) or any time of year.
Yet, these cozy, hearty cookies soothe the soul on a chilly day, when summer moves to fall. Add a cup of tea or coffee and relax.
Read this recipe to the bottom. That’s where we’ve included our Pastry Chef Tips & Tricks.
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups raisins
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup 1 cup butter, cut into cubes at room temperature
- 2 eggs large
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Place the raisins in a bowl and cover with warm water. Let stand for 15 minutes. Drain and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Whisk together the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda in a medium bowl.
- In a large bowl, beat the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and butter at medium speed for 5 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl after each addition.
- Add the dry ingredients and beat on low until the dough forms.
- Use a spoon or a rubber spatula to add the raisins by hand.
- Drop by heaping teaspoons. Make sure to space each cookie about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, then cool on a wire baking rack.
- Enjoy!
Pastry Chef Tips & Tricks
Why must I soak the raisins before adding them to my Raisin Cookie batter?
Soaking the raisins before adding them to your cookie batter will plump up the raisins. This gives your cookies a better bite.
Additionally, if you don’t presoak your raisins, they will detract moisture from your cookies.
Now, let’s talk flavour. Depending on the liquid you choose to soak the raisins in, you will add additional flavour to your Raisin Cookie.
What other liquids can I soak raisins in?
Try soaking the raisins in warm rum, brandy, or tea for an adult-flavored cookie.
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