Jumbo Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe

Chicago Tribune's legendary recipe! These jumbo oatmeal raisin cookies achieve the perfect balance of crispy edges and a soft, chewy center. Get ready for a taste of pure comfort food. Each batch yields deliciously oversized cookies.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 1913.2 kcal
Protein 53g
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Ingredients for Jumbo Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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How to Make Jumbo Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 cup granulated sugar and ¾ cup packed brown sugar until well combined.
  5. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Stir in 2 cups rolled oats, 1 cup raisins, and ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional).
  9. Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 1-2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

671g

Fat

209g

Carbs

93g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Jumbo Oatmeal Raisin Cookies?

Jumbo Oatmeal Raisin Cookies takes about 47 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 27 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Jumbo Oatmeal Raisin Cookies?

Jumbo Oatmeal Raisin Cookies has approximately 1913.2 calories per serving, with about 53 g protein, 93 g carbohydrates and 125 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Jumbo Oatmeal Raisin Cookies?

The key ingredients for Jumbo Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are Flour, Baking Soda, Baking Powder, Salt, Unsalted Butter, Granulated Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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