Grandma's Old Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies

Indulge in the nostalgic charm of *Grandma’s Old Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies*, the perfect blend of hearty rolled oats, cozy cinnamon, and a hint of sweetness. These soft and chewy cookies are made with simple pantry staples like brown sugar, vanilla extract, and butter for that classic homemade flavor. With optional add-ins like plump raisins or crunchy nuts, you can customize them to suit your taste. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting weekend baking session. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or saved for later, these timeless oatmeal cookies promise to deliver all the warmth and love of grandma’s kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1.75 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, e.g., walnuts or pecans)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 5

Stir in the rolled oats by hand using a spatula or wooden spoon. If desired, fold in the raisins and/or chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The center may still look slightly undercooked, but this will give the cookies a soft and chewy texture.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1123.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4798.1

Total Fat 256.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 130.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 888.7mg	0%
Sodium 2715.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 607.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.8g	0%
Total Sugars 403.9g
Protein 57.5g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 566.1mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 2899.2mg	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: 46.5%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 48.9%