Oatmeal Raisin Cookies VI

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup raisins

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-12 minutes per batch

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Stir in the oats and raisins.
7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 1 cookie (approx. 30g)
• Calories: 160
• Fat: 9g
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and chewy
• Filled with plump raisins
• Warm and comforting
• Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack

User Comments:

• "These cookies are amazing! They're so soft and flavorful."
• "I love the combination of oats and raisins."
• "These are the best oatmeal raisin cookies I've ever had!"
• "They're perfect for a cold winter day."
• "I highly recommend these cookies to anyone!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature before creaming it with the sugar. This will help create a light and fluffy dough.
• Do not overmix the dough, as this can make the cookies tough.
• If you don't have old-fashioned rolled oats, you can use quick-cooking oats instead. However, the cookies will have a slightly different texture.
• If you want to add some extra flavor to your cookies, you can try adding a teaspoon of ground nutmeg or ginger.