Grandma's Oatmeal Drop Cookies

Transport your taste buds back to the comforting embrace of childhood with Grandma's Oatmeal Drop Cookies, a timeless treat bursting with old-fashioned charm. These soft, chewy cookies are made with wholesome rolled oats, a hint of warm cinnamon, and a rich blend of brown and granulated sugars that create a caramel-like sweetness in every bite. Customize them to perfection by folding in plump raisins or crunchy chopped nuts—or both! Ready in under 30 minutes, these homemade delights are quick to prepare, requiring only a simple “drop” technique to form the cookies, making them the perfect recipe for bakers of all skill levels. Whether paired with a glass of milk or enjoyed straight from the cooling rack, these nostalgic cookies are sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1.5 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 (optional)
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, until well combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

Fold in the rolled oats, raisins (if using), and chopped nuts (if using) with a spatula until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set but still soft in the center.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Enjoy your homemade oatmeal drop cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1178.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4549.7

Total Fat 157.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 620mg	0%
Sodium 2687.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 748.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.1g	0%
Total Sugars 406.4g
Protein 77.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 537.0mg	0%
Iron 25.8mg	0%
Potassium 3123.7mg	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: 30.0%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 63.4%