Ginger Peach Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (Print Version)

Chewy oatmeal cookies loaded with peaches, raisins and candied ginger for a zesty twist on the classic favorite.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

→ Oats and Add-ins

06 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
07 - 1/2 cup dried peaches, diced
08 - 1/2 cup raisins
09 - 1/4 cup candied ginger, finely chopped

→ Wet Ingredients

10 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
11 - 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
12 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
13 - 2 large eggs
14 - 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

# Step-by-step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ground ginger in a medium bowl until well blended.
03 - Beat softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until incorporated.
05 - Gradually mix in the dry ingredients on low speed until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
06 - Fold in oats, dried peaches, raisins, and candied ginger by hand until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
07 - Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
08 - Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers appear set.
09 - Let cookies rest on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The ginger adds a sophisticated warmth that makes these feel special but they are still incredibly simple to make
  • Chewy dried peaches pair so beautifully with classic raisins you will wonder why you never combined them before
02 -
  • Soaking the raisins and peaches in hot water for 10 minutes before adding them makes them incredibly plump and chewy
  • Underbaking by just one minute yields the softest cookies but they need that full 5 minutes on the hot pan to set
03 -
  • Chop the candied ginger into tiny pieces so you do not get an overwhelming spicy bite in one cookie
  • Room temperature ingredients really do make a difference in how evenly these bake

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