Description
These cookies are thick, chunky, and chewy with a rustic texture, packed with plump golden raisins and optional nuts. Inspired by Levain Bakery style, they offer a comforting homemade treat perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups (135g) rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups (225g) golden raisins (soaked in warm water for 10 minutes and drained)
- ½ cup (60g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, rolled oats, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Using a mixer or whisk, beat the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the soaked and drained golden raisins and optional chopped nuts.
- Using a cookie scoop or large spoon, form dough mounds about 3 tablespoons each and place them on the baking sheets spaced about 3 inches apart. Do not flatten.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, rotating the baking sheets halfway through. Cookies should be golden brown on edges but soft and puffy in the center.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use European-style butter for better flavor and chewiness. Soak raisins in warm water before adding to keep them plump. Avoid overmixing dough after adding flour and raisins to maintain tenderness. Chill dough for 30 minutes if cookies spread too much. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking for a flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
Keywords: oatmeal raisin cookies, chunky cookies, chewy cookies, Levain style cookies, homemade cookies, easy cookie recipe