Why are my oatmeal raisin cookies dry?

Using quick oats will result in a dry oatmeal raisin cookie or measuring the ingredients incorrectly. Make sure you are using proper measuring techniques. It’s also important to bake these cookies immediately after mixing. If you choose not to, cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough.

Are oatmeal cookies healthy?

Oatmeal cookies have a high fiber content compared to normal sugar cookies. Oatmeal cookies contain significant amount of minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium and potassium, all of which are needed for overall physical health. Compared to sugar cookies, oatmeal cookies also have less calorie content.

Why do so many people hate oatmeal raisin cookies?

The stigma against the cookie is persistent and unwavering. For as long as I can remember, oatmeal cookies have belonged to a lower caste of cookie. While some of the criticisms of oatmeal raisin cookies are genuinely felt, so much of the opposition to oatmeal raisin originates in cultural prejudice.

How to make the best oatmeal raisin cookies ever?

Soak the Raisins: The biggest secret to making the best ever oatmeal raisin cookies is to soak the raisins.

  • Brown the Butter: I also like to brown the butter in my cookies.
  • Use Dark Brown Sugar: These cookies call for a high ratio of brown sugar which gives them more chew.

    • What is the best raisin cookie recipe?

    In a large bowl,cream sugars and butter. Add eggs,one at a time,beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla.

  • For filling,in a saucepan,combine the cornstarch,flour and brown sugar. Stir in water until smooth. Add raisins.
  • On a floured surface,roll out dough into 1/8-in. thickness.
  • Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets.

    • What are the ingredients in oatmeal raisin cookies?

    ¾ cup butter,softened

  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 ¾ cups rolled oats

    • How to make raisin cookies?

    Raisin Cookies: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Butter or line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In the bowl of your electric mixer (or with a hand mixer), beat the butter until smooth and creamy.