Best 11 Cakey Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, the cakier, plump version of the ever-popular oatmeal raisin cookie stands as a testament to the ingenuity of bakers. These softly textured cookies, generously speckled with plump raisins and bursting with warm, comforting flavors, offer a harmonious balance between the chewy goodness of oatmeal and the tender, cake-like crumb. Whether you relish them as a sweet treat to complement your morning coffee, an indulgent afternoon snack, or a delightful dessert to cap off a satisfying meal, these masterful creations promise an unforgettable taste experience.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIE (SOFT & CHEWY)



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Recipe video above. If you love your oatmeal cookies soft and chewy, this is THE Oatmeal Raisin Cookie recipe for you! Crispy on the edges, buttery with the faintest waft of cinnamon and studded with plump juicy raisins, these keep really well and smell heavenly when they're in the oven.This is a Cook's Illustrated recipe and they found the key to achieving this are: a) the size (these are larger than usual) and b) using baking powder, not baking soda.

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Cookie

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups raisins ((Note 1))
1 1/2 cups flour (all purpose / plain)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon powder
250g / 8 oz (2 sticks) unsalted butter (, at room temperature (Note 2))
1 cup brown sugar ((packed))
1 cup white sugar ((granulated. Superfine/caster also ok))
2 large eggs (, at room temperature (Note 3))
3 cups rolled oats ((Note 4))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F (160°C fan). Adjust oven racks to middle and low position, ensuring you have 4"/10cm between each rack. Line 2 trays with parchment/baking paper.
  • Optional: Soak raisins in boiled water for 10 minutes. Drain then pat dry. (This makes them plumper).
  • Sift dry ingredients: Sift flour, salt, baking powder and cinnamon into a bowl.
  • Cream butter and sugar: Using a stand mixer or electric mixer, beat butter until creamy. Then beat in sugar until fluffy - about 2 - 3 minutes.
  • Add eggs: Beat in eggs one at a time until incorporated.
  • Mix in flour: Use a wooden spoon to stir the flour mixture in.
  • Stir in oats and raisins: Stir in oats and raisins - this requires a bit of effort as the dough gets firm!
  • Roll and flatten balls: Form 4cm / 1.6" balls (~18) and place onto baking trays 4"/10cm apart. I use an ice cream scoop. Then press down to slighty flatten into a thick disc shape.
  • Bake for 11 minutes. Then swap the trays between the shelves AND turn the trays around. Bake for a further 11 - 14 minutes, or until cookies are golden on the edges and LIGHT golden on the surface.
  • Cool on the trays for 5 minutes before transferring to cooling rack. Cool for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 66 g, Calories 265 kcal, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Protein 3.6 g, Fat 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Sodium 168 mg, Fiber 1.9 g, Sugar 23.7 g, UnsaturatedFat 4.5 g

SOFT AND CHEWY OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES



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These Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are super soft, thick, and loaded with oats and raisins. These cookies are easy to make and so delicious!

Provided by Danielle

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour ((spooned & leveled))
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 and 1/2 cups (150 grams) old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup (115 grams) unsalted butter ((softened))
1/2 cup (100 grams) packed light or dark brown sugar
1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
1 large egg ((room temperature))
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup (150 grams) raisins

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the old-fashioned rolled oats and set aside.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or in a large mixing bowl using a handheld mixer, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together for 1 to 2 minutes or until well combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until fully combined, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  • Add the dry ingredients and continue mixing on low speed until just combined, then mix in the raisins.
  • Cover the cookie dough tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats and set aside.
  • Once the dough is chilled, remove it from the refrigerator. Using a 1.5 tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop the cookie dough and drop onto the prepared baking sheets. Roll the cookie dough into balls and very gently press down with your hand to flatten each ball of cookie dough slightly. Make sure to leave a little room between each ball of cookie dough as they will spread a little while they bake.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown and the tops are set. Remove from the oven and cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer the cookies to a wire rack cool completely.

OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES I



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An old stand-by that the whole family loves.

Provided by Darlene

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes     Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 11

¾ cup butter, softened
¾ cup white sugar
¾ cup packed light brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
2 ¾ cups rolled oats
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In large bowl, cream together butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs and vanilla until fluffy. Stir together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually beat into butter mixture. Stir in oats and raisins. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown. Cool slightly, remove from sheet to wire rack. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 75.4 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

THE BEST OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES



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Do you like chewy cookies? Or do you prefer cakey ones? Our oatmeal-raisin cookies can be both! For a chewy cookie, bake them right away. For a cakey cookie, let the dough rest in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours (or overnight works even better) to allow the oatmeal to hydrate. Then bake for a puffy cookie. We used dark brown sugar for added flavor and moisture but our secret ingredient is honey. When baked right away, the honey causes the cookie to spread, keeping it soft and moist. When you let the dough rest, the oatmeal and flour absorb the honey for that classic cakey texture.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 large egg, at room temperature
2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Arrange an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda and cinnamon in a small bowl until combined. Beat the brown sugar and butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the honey, vanilla, egg and 1 tablespoon warm water and beat on high speed until creamy, scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl, about 3 minutes more. Add the dry ingredients and mix on low speed, scraping the bowl as needed, until completely combined. Add the oats and beat on low speed until combined. Fold in the raisins until evenly distributed. Arrange twelve 1-ounce scoops (2-tablespoon portions) of cookie dough on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each. Bake until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool on the sheet for 10 minutes, and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Let the baking sheet cool, and then repeat with the remaining cookie dough.

OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES



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For the perfect winner to fill up your cookie jar, bake these got-it-all oatmeal cookies loaded with raisins and nuts. While there is no shortage of oatmeal cookie recipes out there, we love these in particular because they strike the perfect balance of crispiness and chewiness. The ratio of ingredients used turns out a cookie that isn't tall and cakey, but instead a little slender and nicely caramelized around the edges.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 42

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
3/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray cookie sheets with cooking spray. In large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar and butter; beat until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and egg; blend well. Add flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; mix well. Stir in oats, raisins and nuts.
  • Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto sprayed cookie sheets.
  • Bake at 375°F. for 7 to 10 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 50 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEWY OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES



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"Even picky preschoolers, like my son, devour these wholesome treats sprinkled with cinnamon and packed with raisins," assures Trina Boitnott of Boones Mill, Virginia. "Washed down with a glass of juice or milk, the cookies are also great as an on-the-go breakfast."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 15 cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup canola oil
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons water
1 egg white
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the oil, sugars, water, egg white and vanilla. Combine the flours, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually add to sugar mixture and mix well. Stir in oats and raisins., Drop by scant 1/4 cupfuls onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray; flatten slightly with the back of a spoon. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 88mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES



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A friend gave me the recipe for these cookies many years ago, and they're as delicious as the ones Mom used to make. The secret to the recipe is to measure exactly (no guessing on the amounts) and to not overbake. -Wendy Coalwell, Abbeville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed light brown sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup raisins
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Add to creamed mixture, stirring just until combined. Stir in the oats, raisins and pecans if desired., Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with a greased glass bottom. , Bake at 350° until golden brown, 10-11 minutes. Do not overbake. Remove to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CAKE MIX OATMEAL-RAISIN COOKIES



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Get a jump start on delicious homemade oatmeal cookies with Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ cake mix.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 66

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup shortening
2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 egg
2 cups quick-cooking or old-fashioned oats
1 cup raisins or chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped nuts, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F (350°F for dark or nonstick pans). In large bowl, beat cake mix, brown sugar, butter, shortening, water, cinnamon and egg with electric mixer on medium speed about 1 minute or until smooth. With spoon, stir in oats, raisins and nuts.
  • Drop dough by teaspoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets; flatten dough slightly with fingers.
  • Bake 9 to 12 minutes (centers will be soft). Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets. Store covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 60 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

RAISIN OATMEAL COOKIES



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A soft and chewy oatmeal raisin cookie. Easy to make and good to eat.

Provided by D L SUTTON

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes     Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
¼ cup milk
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup raisins
1 ⅔ cups quick cooking oats

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the milk. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon, gradually stir into the creamed mixture. Add the raisins and quick oats; mix until just combined. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 12.1 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 72.7 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

CLASSIC OATMEAL-RAISIN COOKIES



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Full of nubby oats and plenty of sweet raisins, these lightly spiced cookies are pleasingly chewy in the center and crisp around the edges, with a hint of butterscotch from the dark brown sugar. They keep really well, so you can make them up to a week in advance and store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They're also great for mailing when a package of cookies is in order.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     cookies and bars, dessert

Time 45m

Yield 3 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup/227 grams (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, more for pans
1 cup/200 grams dark brown sugar, packed
1/3 cup/66 grams granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon/15 milliliters vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups/187 grams all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom or ground ginger
3 cups/270 grams rolled oats (not instant)
1 1/2 cups/225 grams raisins

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter two large cookie sheets, or line them with parchment paper or reusable silicone liners.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat butter in a large bowl until creamy. Add brown and granulated sugars, then beat until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated. Then, beat in vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, use a wooden spoon or spatula to mix together the flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom. Set mixer on low speed, and beat flour mixture into the butter mixture. Stir in oats and raisins.
  • Spoon out dough by large tablespoonfuls onto prepared cookie sheets, leaving at least 2 inches between each cookie.
  • Bake until cookie edges turn golden brown, about 9 to 13 minutes. Centers will still be quite soft, but they will firm up as the cookies cool. Cool completely on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 144, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 84 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

HEAVENLY OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES



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These are soft, chewy drops of heaven. They're less buttery than the recipe on the Quaker lid, so they rise more. Put them in tupperware and they stay soft forever. With chocolate chips they're really sinful. They last a day in my house.

Provided by LaLa8224

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 27m

Yield 15 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 1/4 cups raisins
chocolate chips, make this simply divine (optional)

Steps:

  • Butter baking sheets.
  • Pre-heat oven to 350.
  • In a bowl with mixer, cream butter until fluffy.
  • Add dark brown sugar and granulated sugar.
  • Continue creaming until smooth.
  • Add eggs and vanilla, blend well.
  • Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
  • Add dry ingredients to sugar mixture, blend well.
  • Stir in oats and raisins, combine well.
  • Drop cookies on baking sheets (I make them rather large so they're extra chewy) Bake 12-15 minutes until light golden brown.
  • Transfer cookies to wire cooling rack immediately to cool.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your cookies will be.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make your cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies at a high temperature: This will help them rise and get crispy edges.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before eating: This will help them set and develop their full flavor.

Conclusion:

Oatmeal raisin cookies are a classic for a reason. They're simple to make, delicious, and loved by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make the best oatmeal raisin cookies you've ever tasted. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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