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The Ultimate Soft and Chewy Bakery-Style Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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You get thick, bakery style oatmeal raisin cookies with crisp edges and soft, chewy centers. Brown sugar, cinnamon, and old fashioned oats create a nostalgic flavor that stays soft for days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 1/2 cups raisins

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This takes about 3 minutes with an electric mixer.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix the dough.
  6. Stir in the rolled oats and raisins by hand until they distribute evenly throughout the dough.
  7. Scoop the dough using a large cookie scoop (about 3 tablespoons per cookie) and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. For thicker cookies, gently press the tops down slightly.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. The edges should look set and slightly golden, but the centers should still look soft. This is the secret to chewy cookies.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This prevents spreading and gives you those thick oatmeal cookies you want.
  • For extra plump raisins, soak them in hot water or a splash of rum for 10 minutes, then drain well before adding them to the dough.
  • If you prefer crispier edges, bake for an extra minute or two, but watch carefully to keep the centers soft.

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