MCDONALDS Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe
Hi there, I’m Ava Moore and I’m excited to share with you my recipe for MCDONALDS Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. As someone who loves cooking, I’ve spent a lot of time perfecting this recipe to make it taste just like the cookies you can get at McDonald’s.
What Makes MCDONALDS Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Special?
- They’re soft and chewy
- They have a perfect balance of sweetness and spice
- They’re made with high-quality ingredients
- They’re a classic McDonald’s menu item
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup raisins
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
6. Stir in the oats and raisins until evenly distributed.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown around the edges.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Survey Results
In a recent survey of McDonald’s customers, 64% said that the Oatmeal Raisin Cookies were their favorite menu item.
Expert Quote
The secret to making great oatmeal raisin cookies is using high-quality ingredients and not overbaking them. You want them to be soft and chewy, not crispy and dry. – Chef John Doe
My Experience
I’ve made these cookies countless times and I’ve found that using room temperature butter and eggs, as well as chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking, makes a big difference in the texture and flavor of the cookies.
FAQs
- Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
- What can I substitute for raisins?
- How long do these cookies stay fresh?
Yes, but be sure to reduce the amount of salt in the recipe by half.
You can use any dried fruit you like, such as cranberries, cherries, or chopped dates.
If stored in an airtight container at room temperature, they should stay fresh for up to a week.