Description

These heritage-style oatmeal raisin cookies feature a thick, soft texture with a nostalgic blend of cinnamon and molasses. Perfect for filling a countertop cookie jar, they offer a classic chewiness balanced by slightly crisp edges.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon unsulphured molasses
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups old-fashioned whole rolled oats
1 1/2 cups raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with both the brown and granulated sugars on medium speed for about three minutes until smooth and pale.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating on high speed for one minute until fluffy, then scrape the bowl and stir in the vanilla extract and molasses.
In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until evenly distributed.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until the white streaks disappear.
Gently beat in the old-fashioned oats, raisins, and walnuts on low speed until combined into a thick, sticky dough.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes to help the flavors meld and prevent the cookies from spreading.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll approximately two tablespoons of dough into balls, place them two inches apart on the sheets, and bake for 12 to 14 minutes.
Allow the cookies to rest on the hot baking sheet for five minutes to set before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To ensure your cookies remain soft for days, pull them out of the oven when the centers still look slightly under-baked; the residual heat from the pan will finish the process perfectly. If your raisins feel dry, soak them in warm water for ten minutes and blot them dry before adding to the dough for a much juicier bite.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American