Prep: Preheat the oven to 350˚F with a rack in the center of the oven. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside. Set raisins in a bowl of warm water and soak for 15 minutes then drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
In a medium bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy (2 minutes). Beat in egg and vanilla, mixing to fully incorporate. With the mixer on, gradually beat in flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
Add oats, raisins, and chocolate and mix until just incorporated. The dough will be thick.
Divide into 16 (2-inch diameter) dough balls (use a 3-Tbsp or 2 oz cookie scoop for even portioned cookies). Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a measuring cup.
Bake one baking sheet at a time for 12-14 minutes or until edges are slightly golden then remove from the oven right away. Do not over-bake. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Make-Ahead Instructions:
Refrigerate Dough: You can make the cookie dough ahead and refrigerate it for up to 2 days (cover tightly). When you’re ready, scoop and bake as directed.
To Freeze Dough: scoop the dough into balls, freeze until firm, then transfer to a freezer bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months. Bake the cookie dough straight from frozen — no thawing needed — just add 1–2 extra minutes to the bake time.
To Store Cookies: once cookies are at room temperature, store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Amount per Serving
Calories
252
% Daily Value*
Fat
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
26
mg
9
%
Sodium
118
mg
5
%
Potassium
212
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
36
g
12
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
14
g
16
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
196
IU
4
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
31
mg
3
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.