Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Cookies with Chocolate and Raisins
These cookies evoke cherished memories of baking with family. With a soft, chewy texture combined with rich chocolate and sweet raisins, they're the perfect comfort treat.
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 135kcal
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 125 g creamy butter, softened Make sure the butter is at room temperature.
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Packed to ensure proper sweetness.
- 1/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 large egg Binds ingredients for moisture.
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup white flour Sifted to avoid lumps.
- 1 1/2 cups oatmeal
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adds aromatic warmth.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda For the delicate rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances flavors.
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch For soft cookies.
Add-ins
- 3/4 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup crushed walnuts Adds crunch.
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips For a rich finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg until well combined.
- In another bowl, sift together the white flour, oatmeal, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until mixed, ensuring no flour pockets remain.
- Fold in the raisins, crushed walnuts, and dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Baking
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, scoop out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each scoop about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers remain soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few moments before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra fluffiness, ensure butter is at room temperature. Do not overmix after adding flour. Cookies store well in an airtight container for up to a week.