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    Home » Desserts » Pecan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

    Pecan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

    Published: Oct 9, 2022 · Modified: Jun 12, 2025 by Anne Clark · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    An easy oatmeal raisin cookie recipe with a hint of cinnamon.  Makes 24 delicious, homemade cookies!  Butter, oats, brown sugar, pecans, and the perfect spices come together for the best pecan oatmeal raisin cookies.  

    Welcome to My Kitchen Serenity!  I'm glad to share with you this delicious chewy cookie recipe.  Cookies are my absolute favorite sweet treat to eat.  The cookie monster doesn't have anything on me! 

    Raisin not your thing? Try my Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies for a fresh, fruity spin on the oatmeal cookie classic.

    baked cookies stacked on top of each other on brown parchment paper.

    Cookies are the perfect size for snacking [or smashing 🙂 ] and perfectly portable.  You can literally take them with you just about anywhere. 

    These cookies are perfect for lunch boxes, purses, or backpacks.  Great for bake sales or picnics.

    Jump to:
    • Why You'll Love These
    • Ingredients 
    • How to Make Them
    • Recipe Variations
    • Tips
    • Storing
    • Freezing
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Cookies and Bars
    • Recipe
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    Why You'll Love These

    These tasty pecan oatmeal raisin cookies may be a little different than your "usual" recipe.  We add a hint of cinnamon to the recipe to give these unique cookies a little touch of southern flair! 

    Cinnamon highly compliments the flavors of the oats and brown sugar.

    These chewy cookies get a little flavor boost and crunch from the pecans. I love pecans and add them to several recipes such as my Southern Sweet Potato Casserole and Pumpkin Spice Cake.

    Most humans enjoy their cookies with ice-cold milk.  There's nothing more satisfying than milk & cookies!  But I'll confess that I eat cookies for breakfast with my coffee. 

    You may be surprised that there's even an adult beverage that pairs well with oatmeal raisin cookies:  spiced rum or port wine.  So enjoy your cookies with the beverage of your choice!

    Ingredients 

    please scroll down to the printable recipe card for detailed ingredient information

    photo collage of recipe ingredients.

    quick cooking oats - do not use instant oatmeal or old-fashioned oats.

    butter - need I say more!  The butter should be at room temperature for better mixing.  Unsalted butter works better for this recipe.

    brown sugar -  be sure to "pack" the brown sugar in the measuring cup.

    all-purpose flour - also known as "plain" flour.

    raisins - or leave them out if you're not a big fan (substitute with chocolate chips).

    pecans - for added flavor and texture (besides, I'm a huge pecan fan!).

    granulated sugar - regular white sugar.

    eggs - room temperature eggs blend better with the room temperature butter.

    pure vanilla extract - real vanilla extract is so better than imitation.

    cinnamon - for that irresistible touch of cinnamon flavor!

    baking powder, baking soda, salt - common ingredients for baking.

    How to Make Them

    Here's a quick summary of how to make these Pumpkin Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. Please use the actual recipe card below when you get ready to make them!

    photo collage of recipe steps.

    (1) Cream the butter and sugars with an electric mixter in a large mixing bowl. Add in eggs and vanilla, and mix on low speed to combine.

    (2) In a separate bowl, stir together the dry ingredients. Add the dry ingredients to wet ingredients and blend for about a minute. Fold in the raisins with a spatula until combined. Cover and chill dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.

    (3) Divide the dough into 24 equal-sized balls. Place them on a baking sheet 1-2 inches apart. With the bottom of a glass, press the dough balls down.

    (4) Bake at 375F for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

    Recipe Variations

    • Add some dried cranberries
    • Add some chocolate chips
    • Add some chopped pecans or walnuts
    • Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture on top of cooled baked cookies
    • Sprinkle sea salt on top of cooled baked cookies
    • Use pumpkin pie spice instead of cinnamon.

    Tips

    To keep the dough from sticking to the glass, wet the bottom of the glass before pressing down on the dough.

    Use a teaspoon from your utensil drawer to scoop out the cookie dough and use your finger to scrape it out of the spoon onto the baking sheet, then roll into equal-size balls. For the most consistent method, use a cookie scoop.

    Storing

    1. Allow the cookies to completely cool off.
    2. Place cookies into an airtight container.
    3. Keep the container at room temperature.  Cookies will stay fresh for 3-4 days.

    Freezing

    1. Allow the cookies to completely cool off.
    2. Transfer the cookies to an airtight container.
    3. Freeze for up to 5 months.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long does butter take to soften?

    It takes about 1-2 hours for butter soften when you remove it from the refrigerator. Of course it all depends on the temperature of your kitchen. Check out these 4 ways to soften butter quickly from Better Homes and Gardens.

    What's the best way to reheat cookies?

    There's nothing like a warm cookie! You can revive that day-old cookie! You can wrap a cookie (or two) in a damp paper towel. Heat in the microwave for 5-second increments until heated through.

    Overhead view of stacked cookies on brown parchment paper with a small amount of quick oats scattered around.

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    Recipe

    baked cookies stacked on top of each other on brown parchment paper.

    Pecan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

    This easy oatmeal raisin cookie recipe makes 24 delicious, homemade cookies!  Butter, oats, brown sugar, and the perfect spices come together for the best oatmeal raisin cookie.  
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Chill Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 55 minutes minutes
    Servings: 24 cookies
    Calories: 196kcal
    Author: Anne Clark | My Kitchen Serenity

    Ingredients

    • 3-½ cups quick oats
    • 1 cup unsalted butter
    • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 cup raisins
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup finely chopped pecans
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375°F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
    • Cream the butter and sugars with an electric mixter in a large mixing bowl. Add in eggs and vanilla, and mix on low speed to combine.
    • In a separate bowl, stir together the dry ingredients. Add the dry ingredients to wet ingredients and blend for about a minute. Fold in the raisins with a spatula until combined.
    • Cover and chill dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.
    • Divide the dough into 24 equal-sized balls. Place them on a baking sheet 1-2 inches apart. With the bottom of a glass, press the dough balls down.
    • Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

    Notes

    Variations to Oatmeal Raisin Cookies: 
    • Add some dried cranberries
    • Add some chocolate chips
    • Add some chopped pecans or walnuts
    • Substitute the cinnamon with pumpkin pie spice
    • Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture on top of cooled baked cookies
    • Sprinkle sea salt on top of cooled baked cookies
     
    Cookies will stay fresh for 3-4 days.  Store in an airtight container on your countertop.
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 258IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg

    This recipe was originally published in 2020 and was updated in 2025.

    Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy to my readers. I'm not a nutritionist and I don't guarantee the accuracy of this data. The data may differ according to the brands I used versus the brands you use. To calculate the data yourself using your brands, try using an online nutrition calculator or app.

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