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Oatmeal Craisin Cookies: Best 1-Bowl Recipe! 

Freshly baked Oatmeal Craisin Cookies
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These chewy Oatmeal Craisin Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic, packed with warm cinnamon spice and the sweet-tart burst of dried cranberries. Forget raisins – the craisins add a vibrant flavor that elevates these cookies to something truly special! Perfect for a cozy afternoon treat, lunchbox surprise, or holiday baking.

  • Author: Julia Hartman
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24-30 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened

1 cup packed brown sugar

1 cup white sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 cups quick-cooking oats

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup sweetened dried cranberries (Craisins)

1 cup raisins (optional) – add if you are a raisins lover

Instructions

Get Ready: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Cream Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.

Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Don’t overmix!

Fold in Mix-Ins: Gently fold in the Craisins (and raisins, if using) until evenly distributed.

Scoop and Bake: Drop tablespoon-sized dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft.

Cool: Remove from the oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy: Serve warm or at room temperature!

Notes

Extra Chewy? Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for an even chewier texture.

Even Baking: Rotate the baking sheet halfway through baking for uniform results.

White Chocolate Chip Variation: Add 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version.

Vegan: Replace butter with coconut oil and each egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water).

Storing: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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