Welcome to a comforting classic with a twist: Cinnamon Nutmeg Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. These cookies are a cozy treat, perfect for any season, with a delightful blend of spices and textures that make them truly special.
Butter is the backbone of these cookies, providing richness and a tender texture. We use unsalted butter to control the saltiness. The combination of brown sugar and granulated sugar gives the cookies their sweetness and helps them brown nicely. Eggs add moisture and help bind the ingredients together, while vanilla extract adds a subtle, sweet aroma.
All-purpose flour forms the structure of the cookie. Baking soda acts as a leavening agent, helping the cookies rise slightly. The spices, ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg, are the stars of this recipe, adding a warm, fragrant depth. A pinch of salt enhances all the flavors.
Then we have old-fashioned oats for that classic oatmeal texture. Raisins introduce natural sweetness and a chewy bite, while chopped walnuts add a delightful crunch.
These cookies are delightful on their own but pair wonderfully with a glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. For a cozy afternoon treat, enjoy them with a hot cup of chai tea, which complements the cinnamon and nutmeg beautifully.
First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and get your baking sheet ready with a layer of parchment paper. Trust me, you'll thank yourself later when it comes time to clean up. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. You want to mix until the texture is light and fluffy, which usually takes about 3 to 4 minutes with an electric mixer.
Next, beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract, and you're done with the wet ingredients. In another bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Slowly add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Overmixing is a no-no here.
Now for the fun part: stir in the oats, raisins, and walnuts. Make sure they're evenly distributed for the perfect bite every time. Drop rounded tablespoons of the dough onto your prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake in your preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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