Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups (212g) all-purpose flour ((scoop and level to measure))
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, (softened slightly (it should still be somewhat cold and firm))
• 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 cups (260g) rolled old fashioned oats*
• 1 cup (153g) raisins** ((preferably from a freshly opened package))
• 1 cup (118g) chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line rimmed 18 by 13-inch baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

2. 2

   In a mixing bowl whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder and salt for 20 seconds, set aside.

3. 3

   In the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until combined.

4. 4

   Mix in one egg, then blend in second egg and vanilla.

5. 5

   Add flour mixture and mix just until combined then mix in oats, raisins and walnuts.

6. 6

   Scoop dough out and shape into 1 1/2-inch balls (or 40 grams each), transfer to prepared baking sheet fitting 12 per sheet and spacing 2-inches apart.

7. 7

   Bake in preheated oven until golden brown on edges and nearly set (center should look under-baked), about 12 - 14 minutes.

8. 8

   Let cool on baking sheet for a few minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Repeat with remaining dough.

9. 9

   Store in an airtight container at room temperature.