Cherry Almond Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (Print Version)
Chewy cookies loaded with cherries, almonds, raisins and oats for a hearty homemade treat.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tsp baking soda
03 - 1/2 tsp salt
04 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
→ Oats
05 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
→ Mix-ins
06 - 3/4 cup dried cherries, roughly chopped
07 - 3/4 cup raisins
08 - 1 cup sliced or slivered almonds
→ Wet Ingredients
09 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
10 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
11 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
12 - 2 large eggs
13 - 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
14 - 1/2 tsp pure almond extract
# Step-by-step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper
02 - Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a medium bowl until thoroughly blended
03 - Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes
04 - Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then blend in vanilla and almond extracts
05 - Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix
06 - Gently fold in oats, dried cherries, raisins, and almonds by hand until evenly distributed throughout the dough
07 - Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart to allow for spreading
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers appear set but remain slightly soft
09 - Allow cookies to rest on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The perfect chewy texture that softens but never turns cakey, even days later
- A sophisticated flavor balance that makes grown-ups and kids equally obsessed
02 -
- Overbaking is the enemy. Remove them when edges are set but centers look soft
- Room temperature ingredients prevent the dough from seizing up
03 -
- Toast your almonds at 350°F for 5-8 minutes before adding. It transforms the flavor
- Press a few extra cherries or almonds on top before baking for that bakery look