Zesty Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe

Name: Zesty Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup raisins; ½ cup fresh orange juice; ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened; ¼ cup vegetable oil; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 tablespoon orange zest; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; ½ cup granulated sugar; ¼ cup brown sugar; 3 tablespoons molasses; 2 large eggs; 1 ¼ cups quick-cooking oats; 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon ground ginger; ½ cup chopped pecans (optional) or ½ cup walnuts (optional)

Servings: persons

¾ cup raisins
½ cup fresh orange juice
⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 teaspoon lemon zest
½ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons molasses
2 large eggs
1 ¼ cups quick-cooking oats
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
½ cup chopped pecans (optional) or ½ cup walnuts (optional)

1
In a very small saucepan, bring orange juice to a boil.
2
Add raisins, cover, and remove from heat.
3
Allow to sit for 15 minutes; drain.
4
While raisins are sitting, cream together butter, oil, vanilla, and zests.
5
Add eggs, sugar and molasses; beat until blended.
6
Sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and spices.
7
Stir oats and drained raisins into wet mixture and add flour mixture slowly, mixing well.
8
Stir in nuts.
9
Refrigerate batter for at least 2 hours.
10
Spoon heaping tablespoons of dough onto parchment lined baking sheets and flatten slightly with a spoon.
11
Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes.

884

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup raisins, ½ cup fresh orange juice, ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened, ¼ cup vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Zesty Oatmeal Raisin Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Zesty Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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