Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Heat oven 350°F.

Step 2

Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper

Step 3

In KitchenAide mixer, beat butter until creamy.

Step 4

Add the 2 sugars, then beat until fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Beat in eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Beat in vanilla extract.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, using a wooden spoon to mix together the flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom.

Step 8

Set mixer to low speed, and beat flour mixture into butter mixture.

Step 9

Stir in oats and raisins.

Step 10

Spoon out dough by large tablespoonfuls onto prepared cookie sheet, leaving at least 2 inches between each cookie.

Step 11

Bake until cookie edges turn golden brown, about 9 to 13 minutes.

Step 12

Centers will be quite soft, but will firm up as the cookies cool.

Step 13

Cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 14

Store in a airtight container at room temperature.