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January 16, 2017

Brown Butter Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

These are hands down the BEST Brown Butter Oatmeal Raisin Cookies EVER!

These are hands down the BEST Brown Butter Oatmeal Raisin Cookies EVER!

Is it possible to have empty nest syndrome after just one weekend? Because I’m pretty sure I’m feeling it!

My family was here for a quick two day visit and it was bliss. We cooked dinner, drank delicious French wine, watched TV (started and finished the first season of ‘The Man in the High Castle’), and baked so many cookies! When they left last night my tiny apartment felt extra quiet. So I dealt with their departure in a way I’m sure any almost-30 year old woman would: I blasted Adele, baked cookies, and binge watched old episodes of blue bloods.

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But I digress. You’re probably just here for the cookies! And I cannot blame you. These brown butter oatmeal raisin cookies are the real deal. My brother – who is notorious for being a picky eater and basically not liking anything that doesn’t have chocolate in it or on it – even went back for seconds!

These are hands down the BEST Brown Butter Oatmeal Raisin Cookies EVER!

Here’s what I love about these cookies:

  • THE BROWN BUTTER! Oh, sorry for screaming that… but when it comes to brown butter, I want to sing its praises from the rooftop for all to hear. Brown butter not only adds depth and flavor to these cookies, but it gives them the most incredible texture. They’re soft and chewy! For real.
  • Plump juicy raisins in every-single-bite! I recommend using a brand you know and love.
  • This recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract, which adds the loveliest flavor.
  • Also, cinnamon! I tested these cookies with and without cinnamon and my taste testers all agreed with cinnamon is the way to go.
  • Texture! I know I kind of mentioned this earlier, but it’s worth repeating: the texture of these cookies is EVERYTHING!
  • NO CHILL TIME! The cookie dough is ready to be baked right away.

These are hands down the BEST Brown Butter Oatmeal Raisin Cookies EVER!

Tips and Tricks for Recipe Success:

  • If you’ve never browned butter before, don’t fret! It’s really simple. You’ll need a pan, two sticks of butter, and a touch of patience – that’s it! You’ll start off melting the butter in a skillet. Once the butter has completely melted, you’ll continue to cook the butter, on medium heat (or medium-low if your stove top runs hot), until it’s turned a golden brown and smells slightly nutty. Just be sure you stay stove side once the butter has melted; brown butter can turn into burnt butter very fast.
  • You will need to bring your browned butter back to room temperature before incorporating it into the recipe. To do this, simply pour the butter into a heatproof bowl and place it in the fridge for 30 to 45 minutes. You want it solid, but soft enough that when you gently press it with your finger it leaves an indentation.
  • Don’t over bake! Your cookies should be set at the edges but still soft in the center.
  • Feel free to add up to a 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or chocolate chips, if desired.

These brown butter oatmeal raisin cookies are going to rock your world! I just know it 😉

These are hands down the BEST Brown Butter Oatmeal Raisin Cookies EVER!

If you try these Brown Butter Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, let me know! Leave a comment below and don’t forget to snap a pic and tag it #bakerbynature on instagram!

These are hands down the BEST Brown Butter Oatmeal Raisin Cookies EVER!

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Brown Butter Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Prep 45 mins

Cook 15 mins

Total 60 mins

Author bakerbynature

Yield 2 dozen cookies (more or less depedning on how large you roll them)

These are hands down the BEST Brown Butter Oatmeal Raisin Cookies ever! Thick, chewy, and loaded with plump raisins.

Ingredients

  • 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, melted until browned then brought back to room temperature (please see post for more on this)
  • 1 and 1/2 cups light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 and 1/2 cups rolled oats (not instant oats)
  • 2 cups raisins

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 (F). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a large bowl using a handheld electric mixer, cream together the browned butter and both sugars until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, scraping down the sides as needed. Beat in the milk and the vanilla extract until combined.
  3. In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. On low speed, gradually beat the flour mixture into the butter/sugar mixture until just incorporated. Turn mixer off. Using a wooden spoon or strong spatula, stir the oats and raisins into the cookie dough, stirring just until incorporated.
  4. Scoop 2-inch balls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 and 1/2 inches between so they have room to spread.
  5. Bake, one sheet at a time, in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until cookies are golden and set at the edges and still slightly soft in the center. Repeat with all cookie dough.
  6. Cool cookies on baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 or 2 cookies

Amount Per Serving

% Daily Value

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

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Comments

  1. Saidah says

    January 16, 2017 at 9:43 pm

    Anyway of cutting down on the sugar? Can we replace it with anything else? What about mashed bananas or applesauce? Thanks! Love your recipes!!

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      January 18, 2017 at 3:59 am

      I’ve never tried cutting down the sugar so I cannot advise! Adding mashed banana or applesauce will definitely change the texture and taste of the cookies. If you’re looking for a healthier option, you may want to check out these healthy banana bread oatmeal breakfast cookies 😉 http://bakerbynature.com/banana-bread-breakfast-cookies/

      Reply
  2. Shellie says

    January 18, 2017 at 3:48 am

    Best oatmeal cookie recipe I have ever tried. The brown butter really does make 100% diffrence. I made exactly as the recipe said and the cookies are AMAZING. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      January 18, 2017 at 3:50 am

      Shellie, you just made my night! I am so happy you love this recipe as much as I do 🙂

      Reply
  3. Erin@WellPlated says

    January 18, 2017 at 3:50 am

    I definitely want to hang with your family! Can I come drink wine if I bring these cookies? The brown butter is everythiiiiiing!

    Reply
    • bakerbynature says

      January 18, 2017 at 4:00 am

      My love, you’re welcome over for cookies and wine (and Netflix!) any day of the week 🙂

      Reply
  4. NHubb says

    March 4, 2017 at 6:42 pm

    not sure if this is a silly question lol, but i have the 1 minute oats would they work or are they the same as instant oats? by the way, im a great fan of anything with brown butter in it too 🙂

    Reply
  5. Cheltie says

    July 16, 2017 at 11:39 pm

    I am also a browned butter lover and make several pounds at a time since it keeps so well for so long. Since the process of cooking out the milk fats results in a slightly reduced finished product, do you know what this amount is or will it make any difference in the resulting dough to have that bit more butter?

    Reply
  6. Sarah says

    March 2, 2018 at 6:16 pm

    Ummmmm, I just made these. They are stupidly good. Thank you.

    Reply
  7. Meryl says

    July 25, 2018 at 5:43 am

    I made these for a friend tonight, left off icing, added 1/4t clove and 1 C Raisins and dusted them with powdered sugar. I don’t normally like oatmeal cookies, but these were outstanding!

    Reply

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