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You can replace raisins with chocolate chips or chopped nuts.

Easy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

These Easy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with warm cinnamon flavor. Perfect for quick baking days or cozy tea-time treats. Made with simple pantry ingredients and beginner-friendly steps. Great for family snacks or homemade gifts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup raisins

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  6. Stir in rolled oats and raisins until evenly combined.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions onto the prepared baking tray.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  9. Cool cookies on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature butter for smoother mixing.
For extra softness, slightly underbake the cookies.
You can replace raisins with chocolate chips or chopped nuts.
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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