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The Ultimate BEST Oatmeal Cookies Recipe - Perfectly Chewy & Delicious

This ultimate oatmeal cookie recipe creates perfectly chewy cookies with crispy edges using a carefully balanced combination of ingredients and expert techniques. The versatile base can be customized with chocolate chips, dried fruits, or nuts, making it ideal for both baking novices and experienced bakers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Ingredients - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Ensure butter is properly softened.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars - In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes with electric mixer).
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla - Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to ensure even distribution.
  5. Mix Everything Together - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Stir in oats and any optional add-ins like raisins or chocolate chips.
  6. Scoop and Bake - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers look slightly underdone.
  7. Cool Properly - Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use old-fashioned oats for best texture, don't overbake (remove when centers look slightly underdone), chill dough for 30 minutes for better results, measure flour correctly by spooning into cup and leveling off.