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Oatmeal Cookies

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by: Joanna Cismaru

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These Oatmeal Cookies are big and chewy, super easy to make and they’re good for you. Add chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts and watch them disappear!

Oatmeal Cookies with a glass of milk

Oatmeal Cookies

Oatmeal cookies are one of my favorites. It’s hard to beat these cookies when they come fresh out of the oven, not only is the smell amazing, but a warm cookie loaded with oats, raisins and chocolate really warms the cockles of my heart. 

Oatmeal cookies are a classic cookie that most of us have been enjoying since we were kids. As far as I’m concerned these are a healthy food item.

That’s right! With 3 cups of oats in them, they can’t be anything else but good. And you know what else? Oatmeal is the only proven food that helps reduce cholesterol. So beat that!

Oatmeal cookies are best when they’re soft and chewy, just like this oatmeal cookie recipe I’m sharing with you. While I love them plain, I really think it’s important to add plump raisins, some chocolate chips and nuts to them. I love the added sweetness from the raisins.

And don’t get me started on chocolate! Chocolate is made from plants and you know what that means, it means it has many of the health benefits that dark vegetables do. See I can rationalize everything! These cookies are healthy, so eat and enjoy them and think of all the benefits you’re gaining from them.

Oatmeal Cookies process shots

How to Make Oatmeal Cookies

Making these oatmeal cookies couldn’t get any easier. Kids can make these! Making these cookies is a great activity to make with your kids.

Start by mixing the sugars with the butter until light and creamy. Add in the eggs and vanilla and mix until well combined. In another bowl mix all the dry ingredients together then add this to the butter/sugar mixture. Use a spatula to combine everything together.

It’s time to add in all your favorites such as chocolate chips, raisins, craisins, or nuts. Fold those in using a spatula.

Drop by tablespoons or small ice cream scoops onto the prepared baking sheets and bake for 12 to 15 minutes in a preheated oven at 350 F degrees until the edges start to turn golden.

Let the cookies cool for a couple minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to wire racks to finish cooling. All that’s left to do now is eat!

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How to Make Oatmeal Cookies Chewy

There are two things that make your cookies chewy:

  1. Brown sugar! Yes, using brown sugar leads to a more chewy cookie! The butter is creamed together with the white and brown sugar, the white sugar is what adds crunch to the outside of the cookie because it caramelizes fast as it bakes. The brown sugar has more moisture and when combined with the white sugar it creates that chewy bite we all love!
  2. The second thing that makes your cookies chewy is bake time. Do not over bake them. Take the out of the oven while they still look like they are not fully cooked. As you allow them to sit on the cookie sheets, the cookies will continue to bake, which allows them to finish cooking but not get overly crispy on the outside.

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Other Ingredients You Can Add to Oatmeal Cookies

I love oatmeal cookies because they are so versatile and you can easily customize them to your liking. I seriously make them different every single time I make them. Here are some ingredients you can add to them:

  • Raisins
  • Craisins
  • Walnuts 
  • Pecans
  • Pistachios
  • Chocolate Chips – milk, white or dark
  • Different seeds such as sunflower or pumpkin seeds
  • Any other dried fruit such as dried apricots or dried mango

The sky is the limit, just use your imagination or use what you love the most.

half an oatmeal cookie over a cup of milk

How to Store Oatmeal Cookies

Cool the oatmeal cookies completely before storing them. If they are warm, they will produce condensation and may end up too soft, wet and mushy.

Store oatmeal cookies in an airtight container or sealable plastic bag. It doesn’t matter, as long as it seals. Keep the cookies out of direct sunlight and at room temperature for about 2 to 3 weeks at normal room temperature.

How to Freeze Oatmeal Cookies

Allow the cookies to cool completely. Place them in a single layer, not touching, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze them until frozen solid. This will ensure the cookies won’t stick together.

Once they’re frozen solid, place them in a freezer bag, label it with the name and date, squeeze any extra air and freeze for 4 to 5 months. You can also freeze them in airtight containers.

To thaw, take them out of the containers and let them sit at room temperature so that condensation doesn’t form and make them soggy. You can also reheat frozen or thawed cookies in the oven at 275 F degrees for 10 to 15 minutes. This will give them that fresh baked taste and texture.

How to Freeze Oatmeal Cookie Dough

To freeze form the dough into balls and place them onto a baking sheet as close together as you can, but make sure they don’t touch. Freeze until frozen solid. Transfer to freezer bags or an airtight container and transfer to the freezer again for up to 6 months. Make sure to label and date the freezer bags or containers.

To bake, place frozen cookie dough rounds about 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet or one that’s lined with parchment paper. Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown at 350 F degrees.

oatmeal cookies and a glass of milk

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Oatmeal Cookies

4.74 from 23 votes
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Total: 25 mins
Author: Joanna Cismaru
Serves: 24
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These Oatmeal Cookies are big and chewy, super easy to make and they're good for you. Add chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts and watch them disappear!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter salted, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup sugar granulated
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups quick cooking oats
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Optional Ingredients

  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup pecans
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven and prepare baking sheets: Preheat your oven to 350 F degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
  • Mix sugar, butter and eggs: In a large bowl, combine the butter with the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and mix until light and creamy. Add the eggs and vanilla extract; beat well.
  • Mix dry ingredients and combine: In another medium size bowl, combine together the flour, quick cooking oats, cinnamon and baking soda. Add this to the butter mixture; mix well.
  • Fold in optional ingredients: If adding any of the optional ingredients, add them now and fold them in to the cookie dough.
  • Transfer to baking sheets: Drop by tablespoons or small ice cream scoops onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake: Bake for 12 to 15 min or until golden around the edges.
  • Cool and serve: Let the cookies cool for a couple minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to wire racks to finish cooling.

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Recipe Notes

  1. Recipe yields 24 cookies.
  2. Storage: Cool the oatmeal cookies completely before storing them. If they are warm, they will produce condensation and may end up too soft, wet and mushy. Store oatmeal cookies in an airtight container or sealable plastic bag. It doesn’t matter, as long as it seals. Keep the cookies out of direct sunlight and at room temperature for about 2 to 3 weeks at normal room temperature.
  3. Nutrition: Nutritional info is for 1 cookie and it includes chocolate chips and raisins (no pecans). Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.

Nutrition Information:

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 237kcal (12%)Carbohydrates: 33g (11%)Protein: 3g (6%)Fat: 10g (15%)Saturated Fat: 6g (38%)Cholesterol: 36mg (12%)Sodium: 43mg (2%)Potassium: 111mg (3%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 17g (19%)Vitamin A: 275IU (6%)Vitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 29mg (3%)Iron: 1.1mg (6%)
Course:Cookies
Cuisine:American
Keyword:cookies, oatmeal cookies, oatmeal raisin cookies
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  1. Brandon Coley says

    December 4, 2019 at 10:48 pm

    5 stars
    Sooo, I used old fashioned oats… but, I browned them in a pan to make them a little more like quick oats. It added a delicious toasty/nutty flavor!

    Reply
  2. Linda says

    October 16, 2019 at 5:52 pm

    5 stars
    These cookies are absolutely delicious.
    Make these cookies as you will not be disappointed.

    Reply
  3. J. Sax says

    December 18, 2018 at 3:11 am

    5 stars
    Lady you have the hands down best recipes out there!!!!! This is the third cookie recipe I have tried from your site. They are fast, easy and turn out fantastic. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      December 18, 2018 at 10:58 am

      Thanks! 🙂

      Reply
  4. andrea says

    October 12, 2018 at 10:30 am

    5 stars
    delicious! i added golden raisins and chocolate chunks. can’t stop eating them!

    Reply
  5. missy says

    September 2, 2018 at 10:49 am

    5 stars
    Excellent cookies. The kids were fighting over the last one.This is my new goto recipe!

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      September 2, 2018 at 11:03 am

      Love to hear that!

      Reply
  6. Sandra D says

    August 8, 2018 at 4:04 pm

    5 stars
    I made these cookies for the men who were remodelling the outside of the house – they were snapped up! I’m making them again today and will share with friends. They’re wonderful. The first time I just put chocolate chips; this time, I’ve put chocolate chips and raisons in half the recipe. I get about 30 cookies!

    Reply
  7. Jason says

    July 28, 2018 at 12:48 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipe. Added butterscotch chips. Excellent

    Reply
  8. Linda Estep says

    July 14, 2018 at 3:49 pm

    I want to try this recipe because oatmeal cookies are my favorite, but I only have dark brown sugar. Do I have to adjust the recipe and if so, how? It to

    Reply
    • Nicole Beaulieu says

      July 16, 2018 at 9:52 am

      You can use dark brown sugar. The only difference is that your cookies will have a maltier taste. You can use 3/4 cup each granulated and the dark brown sugar if you’d like.

      Reply
  9. Terry says

    July 13, 2018 at 4:02 pm

    Does it have to be quick cooking oats?

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      July 13, 2018 at 4:05 pm

      You can also use old fashioned oats!

      Reply
  10. Susan Mlynarczyk says

    July 13, 2018 at 1:05 pm

    5 stars
    Jo, I have had this recipe since 1973 and eaten since 1959! we have tried many different additions but the best I ever had/have was from my Ukrainian Mother-in-law. She added crisp chow-mien noodles and toasted sunflower seeds. I started toasting my oatmeal prior to adding it to the recipe. A sweet and savoury treat!

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      July 13, 2018 at 4:07 pm

      OMG I have to try that now! I also toast the oatmeal sometimes too, that’s a great tip!

      Reply
  11. joan says

    July 13, 2018 at 10:11 am

    Can you use old fashion oats?? It’s the only kind I have. Looking forward to your answer, so I can make the cookies…yummy

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      July 13, 2018 at 4:05 pm

      Yes, you can! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Ellie | Gourmand Recipes says

    September 9, 2011 at 10:11 am

    5 stars
    Love these cookies. They look amazing!

    Reply
    • jo says

      September 9, 2011 at 1:01 pm

      Thank you Ellie.

      Reply
  13. Tres Delicious says

    September 9, 2011 at 5:29 am

    5 stars
    That’s a healthy choco chips. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply

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