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Oatmeal Cookies I

Name: Oatmeal Cookies I
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 20
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: ¾ cup (180 g) shortening; 1 cup (240 g) brown sugar; ½ cup (120 g) white sugar; 1 egg; ¼ cup (60 ml) water; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 3 cups (700 g) rolled oats; 1 cup (240 g) all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 cup raisins (optional)

A tasty oatmeal cookie, just like those you remember.

Published October 16, 2026

EST. TOTAL TIME30 min

DIFFICULTYEasy

SERVES20

Time and difficulty are editorial estimates; allow extra time for your equipment and experience.

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Step 1
Using a mixer, cream together the shortening, brown sugar, white sugar, egg, water and vanilla until light and fluffy (about 10 minutes on high).
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, mix together the oats, flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3
Add dry ingredients into wet, mix well using mixer.
Step 4
Stir in raisins if using.
Step 5
Scoop the portions out—this recipe makes 20 cookies, so make 20 portions.
Step 6
Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 8–10 minutes.

Oatmeal Cookies I

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