Classic Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Name: Classic Oatmeal Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature; 1 cup light-brown sugar, packed; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 3 cups old fashioned oats; 1 cup all-purpose flour; ½ cup wheat germ; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 ½ cups raisins

Servings: persons

1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup light-brown sugar, packed
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 cups old fashioned oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup wheat germ
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 ½ cups raisins

1
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Line baking sheets with Silpats; set aside.
3
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
4
Add eggs; mix on high speed to combine.
5
Mix in vanilla; set aside.
6
Combine oats, flour, wheat germ, baking soda, and baking powder in a large bowl.
7
Stir to combine.
8
Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, and beat on low speed to combine, 10 to 15 seconds.
9
Remove bowl from mixer, and stir in dried fruits and nuts.
10
Using a large metal scoop, drop dough onto prepared sheets, about 2 inches apart.
11
Bake until golden and just set, about 18 minutes.
12
Transfer sheets to wire rack to cool.

1257

kcal

Calories

Fat

173

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature, 1 cup light-brown sugar, packed, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, room temperature, and more.

Yes, Classic Oatmeal Cookies falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Classic Oatmeal Cookies

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