Thin and Crispy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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These thin, crispy oatmeal cookies taste like those from Tate's Bake Shop. The published Tate's recipe on YouTube does not taste like the cookies you buy in the store in the green bag. This is the closest I've come to simulating the oatmeal raisin flavor.

Submitted by Abracadabra
Updated on April 26, 2024
Thin and Crispy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies stacked on a white plate
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
30
Yield:
30 cookies
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 30 servings

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 ¾ sticks cold salted butter

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • ½ cup white sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • 2 cups rolled oats

  • 1 cup raisins

Directions

  1. Gather the ingredients.

    Thin and Crispy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies ingredients in bowls on a marble counter

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  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

  3. Combine 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Set aside.

    Flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a glass bowl

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  4. Place cold butter in a microwave-safe bowl and heat until soft, but not melted, 20 to 30 seconds. Add brown and white sugars; mix with a metal whisk or spoon until combined, about 45 seconds. Add egg, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg; mix for 20 seconds. Pour in flour mixture and mix for 10 to 20 seconds.

    Cookie dough in a glass bowl

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  5. Fold in oats and raisins until incorporated, about 30 seconds.

    Thin and Crispy Oatmeal Raisin Cookie dough in a glass bowl

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  6. Scoop or roll dough into small balls, about 1 1/2-inches in diameter. Arrange balls 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

    Thin and Crispy Oatmeal Raisin Cookie dough scoops on a parchment paper lined baking sheet next to a scoop

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  7. Bake in the preheated oven until tops are golden brown and edges are crisp, 13 to 15 minutes.

    Thin and Crispy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies on a parchment paper lined baking sheet

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Recipe Tip

Do not overmix the cookie dough. I make the dough by hand to prevent overmixing.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

129 Calories
6g Fat
18g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 30
Calories 129
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 4g 18%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 135mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 18g 7%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 2g 3%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 19mg 1%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 70mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.