Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe
These Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are a delightful blend of warm spices, chewy oats, sweet raisins, and fresh chopped apples, making them a comforting treat perfect for cozy autumn days or any time you want a wholesome cookie. The combination of cinnamon and apple brings a lovely sweetness and aromatic flavor, while the oats add heartiness and texture. Easy to prepare and bake, these cookies offer a perfect balance of soft and chewy with just a hint of crisp edges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 20 cookies 1x
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup finely chopped apple (such as Granny Smith or Fuji)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. This ensures the leavening and spices are evenly distributed in the dough.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use a mixer to cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color. This step incorporates air for a tender cookie texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, which adds moisture and flavor to the dough.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cookies.
- Incorporate Oats, Raisins, and Apples: Fold in the old-fashioned oats, raisins, and finely chopped apple, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Portion the Cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until cookie edges turn lightly golden brown and centers are set but still soft.
- Cool the Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set and enhances texture.
Notes
- For a chewier texture, toast the oats lightly in a dry pan before adding them to the dough to enhance their flavor.
- Mix sweet and tart apple varieties for a more complex flavor profile in the cookies.
- If you prefer softer cookies, slightly underbake them by a minute or two and let them cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to a rack.
- Old-fashioned oats provide better texture than quick oats, but quick oats can be used as a substitute with slight texture changes.
- Substitute raisins with dried cranberries, chopped dates, or apricots for a different flavor twist.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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