Ingredients and Weight:
- Oats (ground): 2 cups
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup
- Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup
- White sugar: ½ cup
- Eggs: 2
- Raisins: ½ cup
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Cinnamon powder: 1 tablespoon (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes (includes 15 minutes of chilling time)
- Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground oats, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and both sugars until well mixed.
- Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the raisin and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Drop the cookie dough by rounded spoonfuls onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (per cookie, assuming 8 cookies per recipe)
- Calories: 250-300 (depending on the size of cookies)
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 4g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary based on the exact ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside.
- Full of oatmeal and raisin flavors with a hint of cinnamon (optional).
- Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a dessert with coffee or tea.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are so delicious! The combination of oatmeal and raisin is really unique." - John Doe, New York
- "I love how soft and chewy these cookies are. They're perfect for an afternoon snack." - Jane Smith, San Francisco
- "These cookies are a great way to start the day with a cup of coffee." - Michael Johnson, Los Angeles
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use room temperature butter for easier mixing.
- Do not overmix the dough; it should be just combined.
- The baking time may vary depending on your oven; check the cookies at the 10-minute mark and continue baking if necessary.
