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Ultimate Guide to the Best Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

This recipe guides you through creating the perfect batch of oatmeal cookies, whether you prefer them chewy, soft, or slightly crisp. With simple ingredients and expert tips, these cookies are sure to become a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the butter and sugars together in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla to the butter mixture, beating until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the oats and raisins or chocolate chips (if using) until evenly distributed.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look set.
  9. 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 easier mixing and a smoother dough. Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking if you prefer thicker cookies. Don't overbake—oatmeal cookies continue to set as they cool, so pull them out when the edges are just golden. Customize your cookies by adding nuts, dried fruits, or even a sprinkle of sea salt on top.