Moist Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible moistness of these Oatmeal Raisin Cookies! A treasured family recipe, these cookies achieve their incredible texture from a unique method: boiling the raisins and dissolving baking soda in the hot raisin liquid. This secret, passed down through generations, creates cookies that stay delightfully soft and chewy for days. Get ready to experience a nostalgic flavor explosion with every bite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 102.6 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Moist Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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How to Make Moist Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

  1. Combine 1 cup raisins and 1 cup water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and drain the raisins, reserving 1/2 cup of the hot raisin liquid.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon baking soda to the hot raisin liquid and stir until completely dissolved.
  4. In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) margarine and the baking soda liquid until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine 3 cups rolled oats, 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  8. Gently fold in 1 cup chocolate chips and the cooled raisins.
  9. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
  10. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

8g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Moist 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 Moist Oatmeal Raisin Cookies?

Moist Oatmeal Raisin Cookies has approximately 102.6 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Moist Oatmeal Raisin Cookies?

The key ingredients for Moist Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are Raisins, Baking Soda, Margarine, Eggs, Vanilla, Oatmeal. See the full list with measurements above.

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