Description
Delicious Quaker Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, perfect for a quick snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 tablespoons (196 grams) unsalted butter, at cool room temperature
- 3/4 cup firmly packed (160 grams) light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 11/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) all-purpose flour
- 11/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 11/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/21/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 3 cups (240 grams) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup (160 grams) raisins
- 11/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Scoop the Dough: Start by scooping out your cookie dough into tablespoon-sized portions. Use your hands to roll them into neat little balls. You want them to feel smooth and firm. If they are too sticky, a gentle dusting of flour can help. Just be careful not to pack them too tightly!
- Prepare to Bake: Preheat your oven while arranging the cookie balls on a lined baking sheet, giving them room to spread. The smell of the dough should start to fill the air, which is always a good sign. Do not overcrowd the sheet, or they will stick together while baking.
- Time to Bake: Pop those cookies into the oven and set a timer for eight minutes. As they bake, keep an eye out for that golden-brown edge you are aiming for. It is tempting to let them bake longer, but trust that they will firm up as they cool.
- Cooling Off: Once baked, take the cookies out and let them chill on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes. You will notice they will look soft, yet they need this time to firm up. Moving them too soon might lead to a gooey mess, so just give them a moment!
- Enjoy the Cookies: After they have cooled a bit, it is the best time to enjoy them. The warm aroma and slightly chewy texture will be irresistible. Just keep an eye out if you are storing them; always ensure they are in an airtight container to maintain that perfect texture!
Notes
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to about five days.
- Expert Tips: Chill the dough for better texture and flavor.
- If cookies spread too much, chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking can help create a firmer texture.
- To avoid dry cookies, measure flour using the spoon and level method.
- If cookies are soft in the center after baking, bake for an extra minute or two without overbaking.
- Weigh dry ingredients for accuracy using a kitchen scale instead of measuring cups.
- Reheating Instructions: Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds to warm them up, or enjoy them at room temperature.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with a glass of milk. Pair with coffee or tea. Use as an ice cream sandwich base.
- Recipe Variations: For chewier cookies, substitute all-purpose flour with bread flour.
- For added crunch, add chopped walnuts or pecans. Incorporate dried cranberries for a tart twist.
- For a sweeter version, replace raisins with bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Ingredient Notes: Always use good quality unsalted butter for a better flavor.
- Store oats in a cool, dry place to maintain their freshness. Consider using weighed measurements for best results when baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 102
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 118mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg