For an even more intense flavor, try using dark raisins or golden raisins. Chopped walnuts or pecans can be added to the batter for extra texture. Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container to maintain their moistness.
These Oatmeal Raisin Cookies achieve an unparalleled moistness and depth of flavor thanks to a simple yet ingenious step: briefly poaching the raisins in water. This infuses them with extra plumpness and releases their natural sugars, creating a truly unforgettable cookie experience.
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Recipe View Gently simmer raisins in 1 1/4 cups of water in a saucepan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Reserve 9 tablespoons of the raisin-infused water. (5 minutes)
Recipe View In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. (3 minutes)
Recipe View Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the rolled oats and the 9 tablespoons of reserved raisin water. (2 minutes)
Recipe View In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. (2 minutes)
Recipe View Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the plumped raisins. (3 minutes)
Recipe View Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets. (5 minutes)
Recipe View Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. (12 minutes)
Recipe View Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)
For an even more intense flavor, try using dark raisins or golden raisins. Chopped walnuts or pecans can be added to the batter for extra texture. Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container to maintain their moistness.
Dee Lynch
May 14, 2025I added some chopped walnuts, and they were a big hit! Thanks for the great recipe.
Hank Kshlerin
Nov 23, 2024Boiling the raisins really makes a difference! These were the moistest oatmeal raisin cookies I've ever had.
Florine Fadel
Aug 7, 2024These cookies are so easy to make, and they taste amazing. My kids love them!