Simple Classic Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients

• •1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• •1 cup granulated sugar
• •1 cup packed brown sugar
• •2 large eggs
• •2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• •1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• •1 teaspoon baking soda
• •1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• •1/2 teaspoon salt
• •3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• •1 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

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

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.

5. 5

   Fold in the oats and raisins (if using) until evenly combined.

6. 6

   Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look set.

8. 8

   Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.