Chewy oatmeal cookies are favored for their perfectly chewy texture, which is exactly what you want in an oatmeal cookie. While some may enjoy adding raisins or chocolate chips to these cookies, we find that the oats themselves create a deliciously satisfying cookie. Go ahead and give them a try — you won’t regret it!
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, begin mixing together butter, brown sugar, and white sugar and mix on low speed. Increase to medium and continue mixing until smooth, about 1 minute.
Add in the eggs and vanilla extract and mix until just combined, about 30 seconds.
Add in the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Stir in the quick oats until fully incorporated.
Scoop the dough into 2-inch balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, about 12 per pan. If desired, sprinkle a little bit of sugar on top of each ball of dough.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the tops are golden brown.
Allow the cookies to cool on the pan for 15 minutes before serving warm, or transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Notes
For a crispier cookie, bake for 14 minutes.For a chewier softer cookie, bake for 10 minutes.