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These are the BEST oatmeal raisin cookies you will ever make at home! I have tried dozens of oatmeal raisin cookie recipes, but this base is always a fan favorite. I have added in some of my own touches to make them a little more special and fun! I also wanted to add in some of my chemist tips for baking these to perfection.
How you actually bake it, is the most important step to a cookie. People buy cookies from me all the time and they always say that my cookies have the best texture and flavor. The texture is purely how you bake it:) So, today I am going to give a little bit of a sneak peak into my baking tips.
This recipe is very similar to the ones I sale to customers and they love it!
The Best Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
I recently shared this recipe on Instagram, and many were asking for the recipe! These are easy to make, and they will turn out soft and chewy.
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp fine salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp maple extract (this makes it awesome!)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 stick butter, slightly softened
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup dry cranberries
- 1/2 finely chopped pecans (optional)
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Measure out dry ingredients in a small bowl, combine well and set aside.
- In a larger bowl (or mixer), cream the butter and sugars together until smooth. Add in your extract and combine.
- Next, add in one egg at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Slowly add in your dry mixture. Mix until JUST combined, don't over mix.
- Add in your raisins, cranberries, and pecans by hand.
- With a small cookie scoop, add to a baking sheet and bake 8-10 minutes.
- Cool completely on wire rack! Make sure to read my notes on baking!
Chemist Tips for Making These Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Turn Out Great
- Adding maple extract gives these cookies a more rich flavor and it combines with nutmeg perfectly!
- Take the cookies out when they edges are golden brown, but the center is still soft! Under baking these will make them more soft & chewy. They will harden up as they cool!
- Use butter that is just a little softened. If it is completely room temperature, these cookies will flatten too much!
- Update: MUST READ TIPS FOR THE PERFECT COOKIE!!!
I highly recommend getting some of these air bake cookie sheets also! I don’t use anything else for cookies anymore. They keep the bottom from burning and they also help the cookie cook evenly. Since it is an air bake sheet, add another 30 seconds to a minute onto your cook time 🙂
My family loves these the best, they are seriously the BEST Oatmeal Raisin Cookies because the flavor is so rich. Perfect for this time of year!
So, I would love to know…What is your favorite cookie?
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Alexis is an investigative chemist sharing her expertise in cleaning, skincare, gardening, and home hacks. She personally tests out products like the best skincare products or home products then shares not only the science behind how it works, but also her personal results. She is the mom of two living in Texas with her husband. Find her on Instagram for fantastic videos, tips, and behind the scenes.
Currently sitting here and drooling. Looks so good. Oatmeal raisin cookies always make me think of comfort and warmth. Love that.
That always make me think of that too! They are the best November cookie 🙂
Those look amazing!! Maple extract– very cool idea, I’ve never even heard of it!
It really adds an entire new depth of flavor!!
Seriously one of my favorite cookies those look so good!
They are so wonderful! They are one of my favs too 🙂
Mmmm… Cookies! C is for Cookie… These look good – I know my hubby would enjoy them (I don’t care for raisins). If I omit the raisins, how much dried cranberries should I use – would 2 cups be too much? Can I substitute maple syrup for the maple extract… Great tip about not letting the butter soften too much – never thought about that. Does that run along the same lines as chilling the dough prior to baking to let the butter firm up again?
As for my fave cookies… shortbread and peanut butter… it’s a toss up between these.
You can just omit the raisins all together. You can keep it at 1 cup of cranberries, or definitely bump it up to 2!
I wouldn’t substitute maple syrup, it won’t be a strong enough flavor and will add too much moisture! You can definitely substitute for vanilla extract. It is very similar to chilly the dough so it can firm up, but I like this method best to create the perfect temperature 🙂
I think shortbread is the perfect cookie for tea and coffee! One of my favs too!!!
Love the idea of adding cranberries! Thanks for sharing looks really yummy!
Thanks so much Lynn!
With a name like the Best Oatmeal Raisin cookies you better believe this recipe caught my eye!! They look moist and delicious and perfectly cooked! Thanks so much for sharing with us at #TryaBiteTuesday! Come party again with us next week!
Thanks so much Debra! They are wonderful!
Yummm! I love oatmeal raisin cookies.
They are always delicious!
These cookies look wonderful! Your pictures are making me hungry!
I found your post today on Waiting on Wednesday.
Hope you have a blessed day~
Melanie
Thanks so much Melanie! I always want these cookies the minute I see the pics again! I am so glad you stopped by, have a wonderful day!
yum! these look delicious for fall!!
They are the perfect fall cookie!
Alexis, I was about to log off the While I’m Waiting link up and I saw your post. Oatmeal Cookies are my absolute favorite! My mom says it’s because she ate them while pregnant with me:) However it happened, I cannot resist. I look forward to trying your recipe right away. Then I will have my own source of oatmeal cookies…YUM! thanks for sharing. I love your site and will definitely return. God bless!
Thanks so much for your sweet words! They are definitely a delicious, and easy cookie to enjoy 🙂 I hope you get to make this recipe soon! Have a wonderful day!
Oh yum! These cookies look and sound amazing! Adding maple extract?!? Why didn’t I think of that?!? Sounds amazing!
It adds an entirely new level to it! So good!
These look so delicious! Thank you! Pinned!
Thanks so much! They are really delicious!
Those look amazing! And I appreciate the extra baking tips! Found you on Friday blog hop.
Thank you!! Have a great day!
Yum these look so good! And since they’re oatmeal raisin, of COURSE they’re healthy 🙂
Right?? That’s what I say too! Thank you!! 🙂
My mouth is watering. Thanks for the extra tips and making this a printable.
Thanks so much Mary!
They look tasty Alexis – Thanks for linking up to Pin Worthy Wednesday, I have pinned your post to the Pin Worthy Wednesday Pinterest Board.
Thank you!!
Oatmeal Raisin cookies are my hubby’s favorite! I’ll definitely have to make these for him…they look delicious! Visiting from Frugal Crafty Home blog hop
Thanks Lisa! He will really enjoy these then 🙂
My husbands absolute favorite cookie ever is oatmeal chocolate chip so I definitely have to try your recipe. I love the addition of the craisins, perfect for fall.
These would be awesome with some chocolate chips too 🙂 Thanks Kati!
That sounds so good!
Thank you Sherry! They are fantastic!
Hi, this post was in the TOP 7 most clicked on Fridays Blog Booster Party #31. It will be featured on Friday. Well done.
Kathleen
Thanks so much! I look forward to stopping by to link up again 🙂
Oatmeal raisin are my all time favorite cookies. Your recipe has been Pinned to the Ultimate Cookie party board. We are so glad you shared with us!
They are so wonderful this time of year! They are my family’s favorite too! Thanks for hosting the party 🙂
Wow, these look so good. I love oatmeal – raisin cookies.
Thanks for sharing at the Ultimate Cookie and Goodies Virtual Party,
Bev
Thanks Beverly! They are really yummy!!
Love the added info on the chewy part. That is the way I like my cookies. Chocolate chip and oatmeal raisin are my favorites. It is so funny how the same recipe can turn out so differently. We did cookies one year for a Christmas party at school. We passed out the same recipes to all the parents and the results were interesting. Snickerdoodles were flat, some looked like pancakes…others were snickerdoodles. It was probably all the chemistry in the cream of tartar…lol
What causes sugar cookies to become brick hard? After making them I almost have to put them in the microwave to warm them before we can eat them?
I like them chewy too!! So much better! Isn’t that interesting how everyone’s cookies can turn out so different due to the technique they use?? There are a few reasons sugar cookies can get hard. Usually, just the regular oxidation from the oxygen in the air will cause the moisture to be pulled out of them completely. Since they don’t have as much moisture in them like a regular cookie that contains brown sugar, it happens more often. Also, if you bake the cookies for too long initially, they will have less moisture which will allow them to dry out quicker. I store my sugar cookies plastic wrap and then in an air tight container to keep them from getting hard, especially during Christmas. I actually have a post coming up soon for Christmas baking that you may enjoy! It will be out shortly after Thanksgiving 🙂
Thank you so much. I will look forward to that post!!!!!
I look forward to sharing it soon 🙂