Our Favorite Oatmeal Cookies
Soft, chewy, and brimming with the comforting flavors of cinnamon and brown sugar, "Our Favorite Oatmeal Cookies" are the ultimate homemade treat that will delight cookie lovers of all ages. Featuring wholesome old-fashioned rolled oats, a buttery base, and the option to add sweet raisins or crunchy nuts, these cookies strike the perfect balance between hearty and indulgent. Quick and easy to make with just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe yields a batch of 24 cookies that bake to golden perfection in under 10 minutes. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or saved for snacking, these oatmeal cookies are a timeless classic perfect for family gatherings, lunchbox treats, or cozy afternoons with a cup of tea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins (optional)
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Stir in the oats, raisins (if using), and nuts (if using) by hand using a wooden spoon or spatula.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look slightly underbaked.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4672 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.9 g | 209% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.7 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 2699 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 767.3 g | 279% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.5 g | 148% | |
| Total Sugars | 404.9 g | ||
| Protein | 78.0 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 570 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 27.0 mg | 150% | |
| Potassium | 3108 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
