Spicy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Elevate your cookie game with these irresistible Spicy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies! Combining the chewy comfort of classic oatmeal raisin cookies with a bold kick of cayenne pepper and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe offers a flavorful twist that's perfect for adventurous palates. The buttery dough is packed with old-fashioned rolled oats and plump raisins, creating a delightful balance of textures and tastes. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, these cookies are an easy yet exciting treat to whip up for any occasion. Serve them warm with a glass of milk or package them for a unique homemade gift—either way, these sweet-and-spicy delights will leave everyone wanting more!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup (softened, about 2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 1 cup (packed) brown sugar
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1.5 cups raisins

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

Fold in the rolled oats and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look slightly underbaked. Do not overbake—cookies will firm up as they cool.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy the sweet and spicy goodness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1281.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5131.7

Total Fat 223.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 119.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 870.2mg	0%
Sodium 2719.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 761.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.9g	0%
Total Sugars 404.8g
Protein 73.5g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 564.0mg	0%
Iron 26.5mg	0%
Potassium 3337.1mg	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: 37.6%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 56.9%