Description
Classic Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are soft, hearty cookies packed with wholesome oats, sweet raisins and warm cinnamon. This easy homemade recipe makes a large batch that’s perfect for lunchboxes, holidays, cookie exchanges and everyday baking.
Ingredients
1½ cups vegetable shortening (Crisco)
2 cups light brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup water
2 tsp vanilla extract
6 cups quick oats
2½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1½ cups raisins
Optional:
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1 cup chocolate chips
1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Beat together the shortening, brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and creamy.
3. Mix in the eggs, water and vanilla extract until fully combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, salt, baking soda and cinnamon.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the raisins and any optional add-ins if using.
7. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 11 minutes, rotate the baking sheets, then bake for another 4 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the centers remain soft.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Do not overbake for the chewiest texture.
Allow the cookies to cool completely before storing.
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.
Optional add-ins like nuts, chocolate chips or coconut work beautifully in this recipe.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American