Quaker Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Dive into the comforting world of Quaker Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. This recipe delivers the perfect balance of chewy and sweet, reminiscent of classic homemade goodness. Learn how to create these delightful treats with simple steps and readily available ingredients. Enjoy a batch of warm, freshly baked cookies that everyone will love.
Equipment
- Baking Sheets
- Large Bowl
- Wire rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened (2 sticks)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in the rolled oats and raisins until evenly distributed.
- For thicker cookies, cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (optional).
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Tips for perfect cookies: Use room temperature butter for easier creaming. Measure flour accurately by spooning it into the measuring cup and leveling it off. Don't overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies. Soak raisins in warm water or rum for extra plumpness. Chill the dough for thicker, chewier cookies. Bake until the edges are golden brown, but the center is still slightly soft.