A Dozen Delightful Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipes
There is something undeniably comforting about the combination of hearty oats, sweet raisins, and warm spices. Whether you prefer your cookies thin and crispy or thick and chewy, this collection of twelve unique oatmeal raisin recipes offers something for every palate. Dive into these carefully crafted instructions to master the art of the perfect oatmeal cookie.
Classic Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
This quintessential recipe delivers a cookie with a golden-brown edge and a soft, bendable center. It uses a higher ratio of brown sugar to ensure a deep molasses flavor and moisture that lasts for days.
Ingredients
- •1 cup unsalted butter softened
- •1 cup light brown sugar packed
- •1/2 cup granulated sugar
- •2 large eggs room temperature
- •1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- •1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- •1 teaspoon baking soda
- •1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- •1 1/2 cups raisins
Method
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1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line several large baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure the cookies do not stick to the surface during baking.
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2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well-aerated.
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3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully emulsify the fats and liquids, then stir in the vanilla extract for aroma.
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4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until completely combined and free of any large lumps.
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5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter mixture on low speed, mixing only until just combined to avoid overworking the gluten in the flour.
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6. Fold in the rolled oats and the raisins by hand using a sturdy rubber spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the thick dough.
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7. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheets, spacing them at least 2 inches apart to allow room for the cookies to spread naturally.
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8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are lightly browned but the centers still appear slightly underbaked; remove from the oven and let them sit on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
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Soft and Thick Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
For those who love a substantial, bakery-style cookie, this recipe uses cold butter and cornstarch to create a thick, soft texture that doesn't spread too much in the oven.
Ingredients
- •1 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
- •3/4 cup brown sugar
- •1/2 cup granulated sugar
- •2 large eggs
- •1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- •2 cups all-purpose flour
- •1 teaspoon cornstarch
- •1 teaspoon baking soda
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •2 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- •1 cup raisins
Method
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1. Begin by preheating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit, as a slightly higher temperature helps set the edges of thick cookies quickly.
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2. Cream the cold, cubed butter with the brown and white sugars in a mixer for at least 4 minutes until the mixture is creamy but still relatively cool to the touch.
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3. Incorporate the eggs one by one and add the vanilla extract, mixing until the batter is smooth and uniform in color.
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4. Sift the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl to ensure the cornstarch is evenly distributed for maximum softness.
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5. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet batter at a low speed, stopping immediately once no streaks of flour remain visible.
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6. Stir in the oats and raisins gently so as not to break the oat flakes, which provide the necessary structure for a thick cookie.
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7. Roll the dough into large balls, roughly the size of a golf ball, and place them on a baking sheet without flattening them down.
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8. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes; the cookies should look set on top but still quite soft in the middle to maintain their signature texture.
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9. Allow the cookies to cool completely on the tray, as the residual heat will finish the cooking process in the center.
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Brown Butter Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
By browning the butter first, this recipe introduces a nutty, toasted flavor profile that elevates the simple oatmeal raisin cookie into a gourmet treat.
Ingredients
- •1 cup unsalted butter
- •1 cup dark brown sugar
- •1/2 cup granulated sugar
- •1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk
- •2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
- •1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- •1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- •1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- •3 cups rolled oats
- •1 cup raisins
Method
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1. Place the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat and melt it, continuing to cook while whisking constantly until it foams and then turns a deep amber color with a nutty aroma.
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2. Immediately pour the browned butter and all the toasted bits into a heatproof bowl and let it cool for about 20 minutes until it is no longer hot but still liquid.
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3. Whisk the brown sugar and granulated sugar into the cooled butter, then add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla bean paste, stirring until the mixture is glossy.
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4. Combine the flour, baking soda, and sea salt in a small bowl before folding them into the butter and sugar mixture.
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5. Add the oats and raisins, stirring until the dough is very thick and fragrant.
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6. For the best flavor development, chill this dough in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or even overnight before baking.
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7. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and scoop the chilled dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
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8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are crisp and the centers are golden; the cooling process on the pan is essential for the final texture.
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Dark Chocolate Chip Raisin Cookies
This decadent version adds dark chocolate chips to the traditional oatmeal raisin base, creating a perfect balance between the tartness of the fruit and the bitterness of the chocolate.
Ingredients
- •3/4 cup softened butter
- •1 cup brown sugar
- •1/4 cup white sugar
- •1 egg
- •1 teaspoon vanilla
- •1 1/4 cups flour
- •1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •2 cups oats
- •1/2 cup raisins
- •1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Method
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1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare your baking pans with non-stick spray or parchment paper.
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2. Cream the butter and sugars together until the mixture is light and airy, then beat in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
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3. Mix the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate container and slowly add it to the wet ingredients.
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4. Stir in the oats, then fold in both the raisins and the dark chocolate chips so they are evenly dispersed throughout the batter.
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5. Drop rounded scoops of dough onto the baking sheets, leaving enough space for the chocolate to melt and spread.
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6. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes, or until the edges are set and the chocolate chips look glossy and melted.
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7. Let the cookies cool on the pan for at least 10 minutes to allow the chocolate to firm up slightly before moving them.
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Spiced Apple Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Incorporating finely diced dried apples and extra spices, these cookies taste like autumn in every bite, offering a chewy texture with a fruity punch.
Ingredients
- •1/2 cup butter
- •1/2 cup coconut oil solid
- •1 cup brown sugar
- •2 eggs
- •1 teaspoon vanilla
- •2 cups all-purpose flour
- •1 teaspoon cinnamon
- •1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- •1/2 teaspoon ginger
- •1 teaspoon baking soda
- •3 cups oats
- •1/2 cup raisins
- •1/2 cup dried apples chopped
Method
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1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line your baking sheets.
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2. Cream the butter, coconut oil, and brown sugar until smooth; the coconut oil adds a unique richness and moisture to the dough.
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3. Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing until the batter is fluffy.
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4. In another bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and baking soda to create a spice-forward dry base.
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5. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, then stir in the oats, raisins, and the chopped dried apples.
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6. Scoop the dough onto the sheets and flatten slightly with the palm of your hand for even baking.
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7. Bake for 11 to 14 minutes until the cookies are fragrant and lightly browned.
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8. Allow them to cool on the rack to let the apple pieces soften and meld with the oats.
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Nutty Walnut Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
The addition of toasted walnuts provides a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft oats and chewy raisins in this hearty recipe.
Ingredients
- •1 cup butter
- •1 cup brown sugar
- •1/2 cup sugar
- •2 eggs
- •1 teaspoon vanilla
- •1 1/2 cups flour
- •1 teaspoon baking soda
- •1 teaspoon cinnamon
- •3 cups oats
- •1 cup raisins
- •1 cup chopped walnuts toasted
Method
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1. Toast the chopped walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes until they are fragrant, then let them cool.
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2. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare your baking surfaces.
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3. Cream the butter and both sugars until the mixture is light, then add the eggs and vanilla, beating until incorporated.
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4. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cinnamon, then gradually add to the creamed mixture.
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5. Fold in the oats, raisins, and the cooled toasted walnuts by hand.
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6. Place rounded scoops of the nut-filled dough onto the baking sheets.
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7. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the cookies are golden brown and the nuts look toasted.
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8. Transfer to a cooling rack after 5 minutes on the pan.
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Honey Glazed Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
These cookies are naturally sweetened with honey in the dough and finished with a sweet honey drizzle for an extra layer of floral sweetness.
Ingredients
- •1/2 cup butter
- •1/2 cup honey
- •1/2 cup brown sugar
- •1 egg
- •1 1/2 cups flour
- •1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •2 cups oats
- •1 cup raisins
- •2 tablespoons honey for drizzle
Method
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1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit; the lower temperature prevents the honey in the dough from burning.
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2. Cream the butter, honey, and brown sugar together until very smooth and liquid-like.
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3. Beat in the egg until the mixture is well combined.
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4. Mix the flour, baking soda, and salt, then stir into the honey mixture.
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5. Fold in the oats and raisins until a sticky dough forms.
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6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto parchment-lined sheets and bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
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7. While the cookies are still warm from the oven, drizzle the extra honey over the tops.
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8. Let the glaze set for 20 minutes before serving.
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Maple Pecan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Maple syrup and chopped pecans bring a Canadian-inspired twist to the classic cookie, offering a deep woodsy sweetness and a buttery crunch.
Ingredients
- •3/4 cup butter
- •1/2 cup maple syrup
- •1/2 cup brown sugar
- •1 egg
- •1 3/4 cups flour
- •1 teaspoon baking soda
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •2 1/2 cups oats
- •1/2 cup raisins
- •1/2 cup chopped pecans
Method
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1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line your baking sheets.
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2. Cream the butter and brown sugar, then slowly stream in the maple syrup while continuing to mix.
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3. Add the egg and beat until the mixture is light and well-emulsified.
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4. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt, then fold into the wet ingredients.
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5. Stir in the oats, raisins, and pecans until the dough is heavy and uniform.
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6. Scoop onto the baking sheets and bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
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7. The cookies will be very soft when they come out; let them cool completely on the pan to allow the maple sugars to set.
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Crispy Edge Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
For those who prefer a crunch, this recipe uses a bit more granulated sugar and a longer bake time to achieve a delightful snap at the edges.
Ingredients
- •1 cup butter
- •1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- •1/4 cup brown sugar
- •1 egg
- •1 teaspoon vanilla
- •1 1/2 cups flour
- •1 teaspoon baking soda
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •3 cups oats
- •1 cup raisins
Method
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1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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2. Cream the butter with mostly granulated sugar and a small amount of brown sugar until the mixture is very pale and slightly grainy.
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3. Incorporate the egg and vanilla, mixing thoroughly.
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4. Add the dry ingredients and mix until the dough is just combined.
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5. Fold in the oats and raisins.
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6. Press the dough balls down slightly on the baking sheet to help them spread thinner.
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7. Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, or until the entire cookie is a deep golden brown.
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8. Move immediately to a wire rack to ensure the edges stay crisp as they cool.
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Vegan Coconut Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
This plant-based recipe uses coconut oil and flax eggs to create a chewy, flavorful cookie that is completely free of animal products.
Ingredients
- •1/2 cup melted coconut oil
- •1 cup brown sugar
- •2 flax eggs (2 tbsp flax meal + 6 tbsp water)
- •1 teaspoon vanilla
- •1 1/2 cups flour
- •1 teaspoon baking soda
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •3 cups oats
- •1 cup raisins
- •1/2 cup shredded coconut
Method
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1. Prepare the flax eggs by mixing flax meal and water, then letting it sit for 10 minutes to thicken.
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2. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line your pans.
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3. Whisk the melted coconut oil and brown sugar together, then stir in the thickened flax eggs and vanilla.
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4. Add the flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
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5. Fold in the oats, raisins, and shredded coconut.
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6. Scoop the dough onto the sheets and bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
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7. Allow the cookies to cool completely on the pan, as vegan cookies can be fragile while warm.
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Pumpkin Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Perfect for the holidays, these cookies incorporate pumpkin puree for a soft, muffin-like texture and a beautiful orange hue.
Ingredients
- •1/2 cup butter
- •1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- •1 cup brown sugar
- •1 egg
- •1 teaspoon vanilla
- •2 cups flour
- •1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- •1 teaspoon baking soda
- •2 cups oats
- •1 cup raisins
Method
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1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line your baking sheets.
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2. Cream the butter and sugar, then beat in the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
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3. Whisk the flour, pumpkin pie spice, and baking soda together before adding to the wet mixture.
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4. Stir in the oats and raisins by hand.
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5. Scoop onto the pans; these cookies will not spread much, so you can place them closer together.
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6. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until the tops feel set to the touch.
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7. Let them cool on the pan to maintain their soft, cake-like structure.
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Loaded Everything Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
This 'kitchen sink' style cookie is packed with everything from raisins and seeds to various spices, offering a complex flavor and texture experience.
Ingredients
- •1 cup butter
- •1 cup brown sugar
- •2 eggs
- •1 teaspoon vanilla
- •1 1/2 cups flour
- •1 teaspoon baking soda
- •2 cups oats
- •1/2 cup raisins
- •1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- •1/4 cup flax seeds
- •1/2 cup chocolate chips
Method
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1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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2. Cream the butter and sugar, then add the eggs and vanilla, mixing until light and fluffy.
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3. Add the flour and baking soda, followed by the oats.
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4. Fold in the raisins, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, and chocolate chips until the dough is completely loaded with ingredients.
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5. Scoop large portions onto the baking sheets.
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6. Bake for 11 to 14 minutes until the edges are golden and the center is set.
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7. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before enjoying this multi-textured treat.
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Wrapping Up
With these twelve distinct variations, you are now equipped to bake the perfect oatmeal raisin cookie for any occasion. From the rich notes of brown butter to the unique twist of pumpkin, we hope these recipes bring warmth and joy to your kitchen.