Are you ready to unleash your inner baker and create unbelievably delicious cookies? Whether you're a seasoned pro or a baking newbie, these Pampered Chef cookie recipes are designed to be easy, fun, and utterly irresistible. Using the fantastic tools Pampered Chef offers, these recipes will help you make cookies that are perfect for sharing with friends, family, or simply enjoying a sweet treat all by yourself. Let's get baking!
Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (Pampered Chef Style)
This recipe utilizes the Pampered Chef Stoneware Baking Sheet for perfectly even browning and crispy edges.
Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 10-12 minutes Yields: Approximately 24 cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins (or chocolate chips, chopped nuts – see variations below!)
Instructions:
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your Pampered Chef Stoneware Baking Sheet (or a similar baking sheet). This helps prevent sticking and ensures even baking.
- Cream Butter & Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. You can use a stand mixer or a hand mixer for this step.
- Add Eggs & Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in Oats & Raisins: Stir in the rolled oats and raisins (or your chosen additions).
- Bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooking Tips:
- For extra chewy cookies, use more brown sugar.
- Don't overmix the dough, as this can result in tough cookies.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform-sized cookies.
- Check for doneness a minute or two early; ovens can vary.
Variations:
- Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies: Substitute chocolate chips for the raisins.
- Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies: Add ½ cup of peanut butter to the wet ingredients.
- Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies: Replace raisins with dried cranberries.
- Nutty Oatmeal Cookies: Add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
Nutritional Information (per cookie, approximate):
- Calories: 150-180
- Fat: 8-10g
- Sugar: 15-20g
Enjoy these delicious and easy-to-make Pampered Chef oatmeal raisin cookies! They're perfect for any occasion and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Remember to share your baking creations with us! Happy baking!