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The Best Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Cookies

A tempting stack of soft oatmeal cookies loaded with raisins, presented on a light-colored plate.
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Follow this straightforward recipe to make classic, soft and chewy oatmeal cookies using simple pantry ingredients. This recipe delivers comforting, homemade treats perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

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

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.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then 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.
  6. Stir in the rolled oats and your chosen add-ins, like raisins or chocolate chips, using a wooden spoon.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. For thicker cookies, press the dough balls down slightly.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look set but still soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra chewy oatmeal cookies, slightly underbake them; they will firm up as they cool.
  • If you prefer a crispier edge, use quick oats instead of old-fashioned rolled oats.
  • This recipe makes about 3 dozen cookies, depending on your scoop size.

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