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Hearty Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Hearty Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

The ultimate comfort food, Hearty Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are chewy, wholesome, and packed with flavor. Bursting with the goodness of oats and sweet raisins, these cookies will satisfy your cravings and make your day brighter. Perfect for any occasion, make them tonight!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 3 egg whites
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla
  • 1/2 cup honey

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Blender
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients. Start with the whole wheat flour, old-fashioned oats, baking powder, and cinnamon. Whisk them together well, ensuring that all dry ingredients are evenly distributed. This step is crucial as it prevents clumping and ensures a uniform flavor throughout your cookies.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the wet ingredients. Mix together the coconut oil (or your chosen healthy oil), egg whites, vanilla, and honey. Whisk until well combined, and the mixture appears slightly frothy. This will help incorporate air into your cookies, making them light and fluffy.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry with a wooden spoon. Be careful not to overmix; you want just enough blending to moisten the dry ingredients without overworking the dough, which can lead to tough cookies.
  4. Add the raisins to the dough, folding them in gently until they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture. The raisins will add pops of sweetness and chewy texture with each bite.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven heats, line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. This prevents the cookies from sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
  6. Portion out the cookie dough using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, ensuring each portion is roughly equal. Space them out on the prepared cookie sheet, leaving some room between each cookie as they will spread while baking.
  7. Place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes. Keep an eye on them; they should be golden brown around the edges, while still soft in the center. This balance is what gives you that chewy texture.
  8. Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This step is important; it allows the cookies to set and finish cooking from residual heat without becoming too hard.
  9. Enjoy your Hearty Oatmeal Raisin Cookies warm, or store them in an airtight container to maintain freshness. They taste amazing, and the smell of freshly baked cookies will make any kitchen feel like home.

Notes

If these cookies seem hard after baking, simply pack them away overnight in a plastic bag, and they will be quite soft in the morning.