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The Best Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Cookies

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This recipe delivers perfectly soft and chewy oatmeal cookies using simple pantry staples. These classic homemade oatmeal cookies are a family favorite, ready to bring comforting flavor to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup raisins (optional, for Oatmeal Raisin Cookies)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step helps achieve the best chewy texture.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the rolled oats. If you are making Oatmeal Raisin Cookies or Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies, fold in the raisins or chocolate chips now.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. For thicker cookies, slightly press down the tops of the dough balls.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden brown. The centers should still look slightly soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For the softest cookies, use old-fashioned rolled oats, not quick oats.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar with an equal amount of packed brown sugar.
  • To make Iced Oatmeal Cookies, cool the cookies completely, then drizzle with a simple glaze made from 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  • If you want a thicker cookie, chill the dough for 30 minutes before scooping.

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