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Judy John

Simple Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

These simple oatmeal cookies bake with chewy centers, crisp edges, and warm cinnamon flavor. They make easy homemade treats for busy afternoons, lunchboxes, or late-night cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour leveled
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup raisins optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cooling Rack
  • Freezer
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk oats, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt together until evenly mixed.
  3. Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy and creamy.
  4. Add egg and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and fully combined.
  5. Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a thick dough forms.
  6. Stir raisins into the dough evenly for sweet chewy bites throughout.
  7. Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, leaving room for spreading while baking.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges turn golden and centers stay slightly soft.
  9. Cool cookies on the tray briefly before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Notes

For softer cookies, remove them from the oven when centers still look slightly underdone. Bake longer for crispier edges. Freeze scooped dough for quick baking anytime. Chill sticky dough before handling if needed. Add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried cranberries for easy flavor changes. Store cookies airtight for up to five days.