Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Stir in the rolled oats and raisins or chocolate chips (if using) until evenly distributed.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look slightly underbaked.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use room temperature butter for a lighter cookie texture. Do not overbake; remove cookies from the oven when edges are set but centers are still soft. Chill the dough if it feels too soft to prevent spreading. Customize add-ins like dried cranberries, nuts, or white chocolate chips for a unique twist.