Description
These Clubhouse Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are a classic American dessert that combines the hearty texture of old-fashioned oats with the natural sweetness of raisins and a hint of cinnamon. Soft, chewy, and packed with flavor, these cookies are perfect for a cozy snack or a delightful treat any time of the day.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Mix-ins
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 1/2 cups raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully combine. Then mix in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen cookies.
- Fold in Oats, Raisins, and Walnuts: Gently fold the old-fashioned oats, raisins, and optional chopped walnuts into the dough to evenly disperse all mix-ins.
- Scoop Dough onto Baking Sheets: Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the centers are set, ensuring a perfect chewy texture.
- Cool Cookies: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them firm up.
Notes
- For softer cookies, avoid overbaking by closely monitoring the baking time.
- Soak raisins in warm water for 10 minutes prior to adding to the dough to add extra moisture and plumpness.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
