Whether enjoyed with a glass of milk or as a snack on-the-go, Classic Oatmeal Cookies are a timeless favorite that brings warmth and nostalgia to every bite.
The combination of rolled oats, brown sugar, and warm spices gives them a soft and chewy, yet slightly crispy texture of the cookies. The raisins add a little sweetness which only helps create a delicious easy cookie recipe!
This is another easy cookie recipe that's going to become one of your favorites to make not only for the holidays but all year long!
Oatmeal cookies hold a special place in my heart because they were my dad's favorite cookies. My father had a huge sweet tooth, and he loved having a cookie with a cup of coffee.
While some people may not think they're "Christmassy" enough, I think they're a great cookie to use if you host a cookie exchange, give away cookies as gifts or just bake for your own family, this is another Kitchenaid mixer cookie recipe that my family loves.
Looking for more easy cookie recipes? Try my Classic Shortbread Cookies, Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies, and even my Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies!
Table of Contents
- Oatmeal Cookies in Air Fryer
- Recipe Notes
- Are oatmeal cookies healthier than other cookies?
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Top Tip
- Cookie Dough Balls on Baking Tray
- Bake Cookies Like a Pro!
- Baking Instructions
- Before You Begin!
- Storing, Freezing, and Thawing Tips
- Recipe FAQ
- More Cookie Recipes to LOVE
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Oatmeal Cookies in Air Fryer
Making oatmeal cookies in the air fryer is a convenient and efficient way to whip up a batch of delicious treats.
The air fryer provides a unique cooking method that yields perfectly baked cookies with a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy center.
Check out my recipe for Air Fryer Oatmeal Cookies with chocolate chips!
Recipe Notes
Divide the dough into 24 equal-sized balls using cookie scoops.
Arrange the balls of dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silpat with 1-2 inches between the dough. Press them down with the bottom of a glass.
Pressing the cookies down with a glass will give you that crispy rim around the edges of the cookies. To keep the dough from sticking, wet the bottom of the glass with a little bit of water before pressing down on the dough. You can also dip the glass in flour.
Are oatmeal cookies healthier than other cookies?
Oatmeal cookies are generally healthier than other cookies, because oats are a key ingredient that has fiber and nutrients that can benefit heart health and provide sustained energy.
However, the overall healthiness depends on the specific recipe and moderation is still important in a balanced diet.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
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Main Ingredients Needed
Exact measurements are listed below in the recipe card. Make sure you scroll down to print and save the recipe for later!
All Purpose Flour
Brown SugarGranulated White SugarGround CinnamonPure Vanilla ExtractQuaker Oats QuickButterBaking PowderBaking SodaRaisins
Substitutions and Variations
You can add up to 1 cup of the following ingredients in place of raisins:
- Semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, white chocolate chips.
- Chocolate chunks.
- Chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Peanut butter chips or Peanut butter candy pieces.
- For added sweetness, and a buttery, brown sugar flavor, try this recipe for Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter with the brown and granulated sugar until creamy.
Step 2: Mix in the eggs and vanilla on low speed until combined.
Step 3: In another bowl, mix together the dry ingredients, then add them to the wet ingredients and blend until combined.
Step 4: Mix in the raisins until they are evenly distributed.
Top Tip
Don't leave out the cinnamon! It adds a sweetness to the oatmeal cookies.
Cookie Dough Balls on Baking Tray
Step 5: Separate the dough into 24 uniform balls and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a Silpat.
Step 6: Flatten the cookie dough balls using the bottom of a glass.
Bake Cookies Like a Pro!
Use a cookie scoop to form the dough balls to ensure they are evenly sized for uniform cooking.
Not sure what size cookie scoop to use? Grab my FREE Cookie Scoop Size Cheat Sheet!
Baking Instructions
Step 7: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 8-10 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
Step 8: Take the cookies out of the oven and place them on a wire rack to cool for 10-15 minutes.
Before You Begin!
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Storing, Freezing, and Thawing Tips
Pantry: Allow the cookies to cool completely before storing. Then place the cookies in a well sealed airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
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Freezer: Flash freeze the cookies on a baking sheet in the freezer for about an hour. Once firm, store the cookies in a plastic container or freezer safe bag in the freezer for up to 3 months. Place parchment paper between the layers so the cookies don't freeze together.
Thawing: Defrost the cookies by allowing them to thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
Recipe FAQ
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Yes, you can definitely use quick oats instead of rolled oats for cookies. While rolled oats offer a slightly chewier texture due to their larger size, quick oats will still yield delicious results. If you want, you can pulse them briefly in a food processor or blender to break them down into a finer texture closer to quick oats.
More Cookie Recipes to LOVE
The following Christmas cookie recipes would be great for hosting a cookie exchange, to give away as gifts or just bake for your own family.
- Soft Ginger Cookies are different from a traditional crispy gingersnap cookie.
- I know you'll love this simple–but tasty Creme Brûlée Cookie Recipe.
- Italian Ricotta Christmas Cookies – A Family Tradition are my grandmother's recipe that are made almost every Christmas.
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Classic Oatmeal Cookies
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp. real vanilla extract
- 3 ½ cups quick oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp. baking powder
- ½ tsp. baking soda
- ¼ tsp. salt
- 1 cup raisins or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F
- Cream the butter with the brown and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl.
- Add in eggs and vanilla, and mix on low speed to combine.
- In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients, and then add the dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix. Stir in raisins until combined.
- Cover and chill dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.
- Using a cookie scoop to help you evenly divide the dough into 24 equal-sized balls.
- Arrange on a baking sheet that's been lined with either parchment paper or a silpat leaving about 1-2 inches between balls of dough.
- Press balls down with the bottom of a glass.
- Bake 8-10 minutes or until just lightly browned on the edges and cooked through.
- Remove from oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool for 10-15 minutes.
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