Oatmeal cookies

classic oatmeal cookies—chewy, slightly nutty, and perfectly comforting. Here’s a solid recipe for making them from scratch:

Classic Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, walnuts or pecans work well)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cream Butter and Sugars:
   In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
   Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
5. Add Oats and Mix-ins:
   Stir in the oats, and if desired, add raisins, chocolate chips, and/or nuts.
6. Scoop Cookies:
   Drop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake:
   Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.
8. Cool:
   Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

💡 Tips for Perfect Oatmeal Cookies:

• For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them; they’ll firm up as they cool.
• Toasted oats or nuts add a nice extra flavor.
• Add a pinch of nutmeg for a warmer, spicier note.