Dairy Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Ingredients
- ¾ cplus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ¾ tspbaking soda
- ¼ tspfine sea salt
- ¾ tspground cinnamon
- ½ cpure cane sugar
or granulated sugar
- ¼ ccoconut sugar
or lightly packed brown sugar
- ⅓ cmelted coconut oil
cooled slightly
- 1 largeegg
- 1 ½ tspvanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cold-fashioned rolled oats
- ¾ craisins
- ¼ cchopped raw walnuts
or additional raisins
Directions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the cane sugar, coconut sugar, coconut oil, egg and vanilla for about 30 seconds until well combined.
- 3
Add the dry ingredients to the bowl with the wet ingredients and mix until just incorporated. Fold in the oats, raisins and walnuts (or extra raisins) until well combined - this will take a bit of arm power.
- 4
Line a large plate with parchment paper, then scoop about 1 ½ to 2 tablespoons of dough and drop onto the prepared plate (they can be close together).
- 5
Transfer to the refrigerator and chill the dough balls for about 1 hour, until firm.
- 6
Toward the end of the chill time, preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 7
Arrange the chilled dough balls on the prepared baking sheet about 2 to 3 inches apart. If baking in batches, keep the remaining dough balls in the fridge.
- 8
Bake for about 11 to 12 minutes, until lightly browned and the edges are set (don’t over bake these - the centers may look slightly underdone when you pull them out). Let the cookies cool directly on the baking sheet.
Dairy Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
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About this Recipe
Craving that perfectly soft and chewy oatmeal raisin cookie experience, but need it dairy-free? This recipe for dairy free oatmeal raisin cookies delivers all the nostalgic flavor and satisfying texture you love, made simply and without a mixer. It's the ideal treat when you desire a homemade, comforting dessert.
What makes these non dairy oatmeal raisin cookies truly special is their incredible ease and satisfying results. By using melted coconut oil instead of butter, you achieve a wonderfully tender crumb without sacrificing richness. The thoughtful balance of nutty oats, sweet raisins, and warm cinnamon creates a classic profile that feels both familiar and deeply comforting, all without the need for any fancy equipment.
Prepare for a delightful sensory experience with these cookies. Each bite offers a satisfyingly soft, thick, and perfectly chewy texture, brimming with the hearty goodness of old-fashioned rolled oats and the sweet chew of raisins. You'll also catch hints of warm cinnamon and rich vanilla, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. These cookies are wonderfully classic, proving that a dairy-free dessert can be every bit as delicious and indulgent as its traditional counterpart.
This recipe offers great flexibility for your pantry and preferences. If walnuts aren't your favorite, you can easily substitute them with additional raisins for an even chewier cookie, or experiment with other chopped nuts like pecans. For those who prefer different sweeteners, pure cane sugar can be swapped for granulated sugar, and coconut sugar can be replaced with lightly packed brown sugar, allowing you to tailor the flavor nuances to your liking.
These classic oatmeal raisin cookies no butter are perfect for any occasion that calls for a comforting, homemade treat. Serve them warm with a cup of coffee or tea, pack them in lunchboxes, or simply enjoy them as a delightful dessert with friends and family.