Chewy Oatmeal Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Wet Ingredients
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1/4 cup (50g) regular sugar
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1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed tightly (dark or light)
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1 tablespoon (15ml) unsulphured molasses, such as Grandma's
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1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temp
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2 large eggs, laid out until room temperature
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1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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3 cups (255g) old-fashioned rolled oats, whole
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, ground
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1 and 2/3 cups (209g) standard all-purpose flour
→ Mix-ins
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1/2 cup (64g) toasted walnuts, chopped (optional)
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1 cup (140g) raisins soaked in warm water and patted dry
# Instructions:
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With a stand or hand mixer on medium, beat butter until smooth with both sugars for 2 minutes. Turn speed to high and mix eggs for 1 minute more, then add molasses and vanilla until everything’s blended. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as you go.
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Stir flour, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda together in a bowl. Add this to the wet mixture, turning the mixer to low. Finally, blend in oats, raisins, and walnuts (if desired) until everything is nicely mixed. Dough will be sticky and heavy.
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Pop the dough in the fridge until firm, about 30 minutes to an hour. If keeping it chilled longer, let it sit out 30 minutes before using to soften a bit.
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Line two large baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment. Turn your oven to 350°F (177°C) while you're getting everything ready.
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Shape dough into balls about 2 tablespoons in size. Arrange on baking sheets with 2 inches between each ball. Bake for 12-14 minutes—look for soft centers and lightly browned edges. Cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before placing on a wire rack.
# Notes:
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Cookies will stay good up to a week in a sealed container at room temperature.
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Freeze baked cookies or uncooked dough balls for a maximum of 3 months.
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Plump raisins for even better cookies by soaking them in warm water, then drying them completely.
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Make sure eggs are at room temp when working with softened butter for best results.