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Cozy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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Soft and chewy oatmeal raisin cookies with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla, made with simple pantry ingredients and a secret touch of applesauce for moisture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (150g), preferably old-fashioned, toasted
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g) (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (113g), softened
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar (150g)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (60ml)
  • 1 cup raisins (150g), plump and juicy

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Toast the rolled oats in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until nutty and slightly golden. Let cool.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  5. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and unsweetened applesauce until fully combined.
  6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  7. Fold in the cooled toasted oats and raisins evenly throughout the dough.
  8. Scoop dough onto baking sheets using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, spacing about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with fingers.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft. Rotate sheets halfway through baking.
  10. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to finish cooling.

Notes

Avoid overbaking to keep cookies soft and chewy. Toasting oats adds a nutty flavor but is optional. Soak raisins in warm water if dry. Chilling dough for 15 minutes can help cookies hold shape. Store in airtight container with a slice of bread or damp paper towel to maintain moisture. Freeze baked cookies up to 3 months.

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