Oatmeal Raisin Spice Cookies with Pecans
70% authentic · American
A flavorful twist on the classic, incorporating warming spices like ginger and cloves, and the nutty crunch of toasted pecans alongside the traditional oats and raisins.
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Ingredients
- All-purpose flour1 1/2 cups
- Baking soda1 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon1 1/2 teaspoons
- Ground ginger1/2 teaspoon
- Ground cloves1/4 teaspoon
- Salt1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter, softened1 cup
- Granulated sugar3/4 cup
- Brown sugar, packed3/4 cup
- Large eggs2
- Vanilla extract1 teaspoon
- Rolled oats2 1/2 cups
- Raisins1 cup
- Pecans, chopped and toasted1 cup
Steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- 4
Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 6
Stir in the rolled oats, raisins, and toasted pecans until evenly distributed.
- 7
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
- 8
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are firm and centers are set.
- 9
Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
