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I don't know why oatmeal raisin gets such a bad wrap. Just because they look like chocolate chip cookies but don't taste like them doesn't mean they aren't delicious in their own right. I've always been a fan of oatmeal raisin and thought this recipe took them to another level of tastiness with the addition of the pecans. They bake up soft and chewy, which I think is a perfect cookie combination. I'm a batter eater and usually prefer it over the baked cookies in any recipe and this one was no exception. Don't get me wrong, the cookies themselves were 10/10 as far as cookies go, but I ended up saving half of the unbaked dough in the fridge to munch on when the sweet tooth craving kicks in. If you're worried about raw eggs and flour, by all means bake the whole batch at once, but I'm going to continue rolling the dice and saving some of the dough for snacking on when the mood strikes. Valentine's Day is coming up soon and if you are planning anything special for the day, or even for a Galentine's Day gathering, these Oatmeal Nut Cookies would be the sweetest offering for the celebration. And honestly, aren't we all still a bit chocolated out from just getting over all of the Christmas treats? Shake it up this holiday and just say no to chocolate chip and reach for the oatmeal raisin instead.
Ingredients
1/2 cup butter, room temperature
1/2 cup shortening, such as Crisco
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 cup GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY
1 egg slightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups old-fashioned or quick cooking oats (not instant)
1 cup raisins
3/4 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
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Does look delicious and oatmeal is always good for you! I love raisins too, usually grind them with some water to get the sweetener for my energy balls.
ReplyDeleteNever had a sleepover sadly, our parents never encouraged us to even invite friends over, so we never had other kids in the house, not even for birthdays. It is very sad, and it defo left me autistic in social sense. Would love a sleepover with some of the Hollywood hunks LOL
I always had them, but for some reason the energy shifted when my girls were school aged and it seemed like sleepovers were a thing of the past. Once phones became a thing, they would all just facetime each other from their own bedrooms. I also think it left this generation lacking in social settings, so I can understand why that experience (or lack of experience) did that to you too.
DeleteI am the only one in the family who likes oatmeal raisin cookies!! That means we hardly ever have them in the house. Bummer that... The only adult sleepovers I've had is when the kids come to stay. The best of the best is when they're all home at once. And yes, we stay up very late teeheeing and giggling (as one of my grandmother's used to say). Glad you had a fun girl's night!
ReplyDeleteOh, family adult sleepovers are the best! We'd always stay up late playing board games with the girls and teeheeing too LOL
DeleteI’ve always loved oatmeal raisin cookies! I’ve not been to a slumber party since high school, but have had some sleepovers as an adult, visiting friends. And I did one girls trip to Put in Bay in 2016. They’re fun, but sometimes it’s too much talking for me if it’s a big group. I’m better one on one.
ReplyDeleteYes, more than one or two can get overwhelming. I also like one on one, but don't mind the occasional multiple friends all over at once.
DeleteThis looks very tasty. I like oatmeal cookies. God bless.
ReplyDeleteIt is so tasty! Blessings to you too, my friend!
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ReplyDeleteI'm new here and I like it!
And thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe with us, they must be delicious!
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DeleteI can bet this will taste so good.
ReplyDeleteYou'd win that bet! These are amazing!
DeleteChocolate chip still wins. I crashed at the nyers house, so I guess I still do sleepovers lol
ReplyDeleteYes, it seems like you do! Did the nyers crash at your place in Canada on their trip?
DeleteMy fav type of cookies :D
ReplyDeleteIt's a classic!
DeleteOh those look really good.
ReplyDeleteThey taste really good too!
DeleteNo oatmeal cookie is ever gonna get a bad rap from me. But it's really hard to get the chewiness and density exactly right. So I'm always eager to see a new recipe. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteFor real! It's an art. I think peanut butter cookies are similar to get the right consistency. It takes a lot of trial runs.
DeleteThese look yummy, Teresa! Oatmeal raisin cookies are my favorite cookies and oatmeal nut not far behind. It sounds like you had a lovely and fun get together with your girlfriends. I haven't had a sleepover in over twenty years! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Louise! I wouldn't have sleepovers too if I traveled as much as you do. You're too busy! LOL
DeleteI used to bake cookies with oats a lot. It's on my to-do list to bake them again soon. :)
ReplyDeleteI hope you do :)
DeleteLooks very healthy and delicious. I am sure it goes well with our tea-break. Greetings.
ReplyDeleteSuch a perfect tea break cookie!
DeleteReally great recipe. Thank you for your kitchen inspiration!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, and thank you for stopping in Klaudia!
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