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A stack of soft and chewy Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies filled with oats and dried cranberries, served on a white plate.

Hearty Oatmeal Craisin Cookies

These delightful Oatmeal Craisin Cookies are chewy, sweet, and bursting with the tart flavor of dried cranberries. A perfect treat for any occasion, combining classic oats with a vibrant chew.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients & Mix-ins
  • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats not instant oats
  • 1 cup dried cranberries (craisins)

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Medium Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer (stand or hand)
  • Whisk
  • Rubber Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

Prepare for Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
Cream Wet Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed light brown sugar on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Wet and Dry
  1. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Add Oats and Craisins
  1. Fold in the old-fashioned rolled oats and dried cranberries (craisins) with a rubber spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Bake the Cookies
  1. Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. The cookies might look slightly underdone in the middle, but they will firm up as they cool.
Cool and Serve
  1. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  2. Enjoy your delicious Oatmeal Craisin Cookies!

Notes

For best results, ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature. This helps create a smoother, more emulsified dough. Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days, or freeze the dough balls for later baking.