Dad's Oatmeal Cookies

Step back into the cozy warmth of childhood with Dad’s Oatmeal Cookies, a classic treat packed with hearty rolled oats, sweet raisins, and a hint of cinnamon spice. These cookies strike the perfect balance between chewy and crisp, with optional chopped walnuts adding a delightful crunch for nut lovers. Made with simple pantry staples and ready in under 30 minutes, they’re a nostalgic favorite that’s both easy to whip up and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for dessert, snack time, or sharing with loved ones, this timeless oatmeal cookie recipe is a must-have for any home baker looking to capture the magic of homemade goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup (room temperature) unsalted butter
• 1 cup (packed) light brown sugar
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup raisins
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Stir in the rolled oats, raisins, and walnuts (if using) with a spatula or wooden spoon until evenly distributed in the dough.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers might look underbaked, but they will continue to cook as they cool.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Step 10

Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1136.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4430.1

Total Fat 165.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 620mg	0%
Sodium 2689.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 716.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.7g	0%
Total Sugars 412.7g
Protein 73.7g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 510.7mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 2926.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.1%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 61.6%