California Walnut Oatmeal Raisin Cookie
DESCRIPTION
These large chewy oat cookies are sweetened with raisins and get their crunch from California walnuts.
Total Time
Prep Time
20 Mins
Cook Time
45 Mins
Total Time
1 Hr, 5 Mins
Nutrition
Calories
260
Total Fat
15
Saturated Fat
6
Polyunsaturated Fat
4.958
Monounsaturated Fat
3.302
Cholesterol
35
Sodium
230
Carbohydrates
30
Dietary Fiber
2
Total Sugars
18
Protein
4
Calcium
30
Iron
1
Potassium
150
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups California Walnuts, divided
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 12 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (not quick or instant)
- 3/4 cup raisins
Preparation
- Rough chop 1 cup walnuts in a food processor. Add remaining walnuts and pulse 2 to 3 times to coarsely chop.
- Mix together flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cream together butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy In a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment (or a hand mixer), scraping down sides of the bowl once or twice. Add vanilla and egg; beat on low until just combined.
- Add dry ingredients and beat on low until just combined. Stir in oats, then stir in walnuts and raisins. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 325°F and line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop batter into 1⁄4 cup size balls using an ice cream scoop and place on prepared baking sheets leaving plenty of room for dough to spread. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes, turning tray halfway through baking, or until lightly browned on the sides and top. Cool for at least 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling. Store in an airtight container.
- Note: To make ahead, scoop the batter once it is done and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days, or freeze for up to a month. Place frozen dough on tray and let stand at room temperature for 10 to 20 minutes before baking.