{"id":444055,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:29","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=444055"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:14","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:14","slug":"christmas-cookie-recipes-with-raisins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-raisins\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Favorite Christmas Cookie Recipes with Raisins That Will Delight Your Holiday Baking! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The holiday season is all about warmth, joy, and, of course, delicious treats! There\u2019s something magical about the smell of cookies baking in the oven, filling the air with sweet aromas that instantly bring back cherished memories. Get ready to surprise your loved ones with two delightful cookie recipes that beautifully incorporate raisins, adding a little twist to the classic holiday flavors!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-raisins\/#Chewy_Oatmeal_Raisin_Cookies\" >Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-raisins\/#Spiced_Raisin_Sugar_Cookies\" >Spiced Raisin Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chewy_Oatmeal_Raisin_Cookies\"><\/span>Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/8837096\/pexels-photo-8837096.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies\" title=\"Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Terrance Barksdale on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-photo-of-two-oatmeal-cookies-with-raisins-8837096\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:WhiteSmoke\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/soft-and-chewy-oatmeal-raisin-cookies-1760548946.jpg\" alt=\"Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/soft-chewy-oatmeal-raisin-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Sally&#039;s Baking Addiction<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (998 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:DeepPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/soft-and-chewy-oatmeal-raisin-cookies-1760548946-1.jpg\" alt=\"Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/soft-chewy-oatmeal-raisin-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Live Well Bake Often<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (490 reviews). Total Time: 55 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Aqua\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/the-best-oatmeal-raisin-cookies-1760548946.jpg\" alt=\"The Best Oatmeal Raisin Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplyrecipes.com\/recipes\/oatmeal_raisin_cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">The Best Oatmeal Raisin Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Simply Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (176 reviews). Total Time: 44 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, chewy cookie that&#8217;s bursting with the wholesome goodness of oats and the sweet pop of raisins. This recipe brings together the heartiness of oats with a hint of cinnamon, creating a cozy cookie that\u2019s perfect for festive gatherings. The secret to their chewy texture lies in the perfect balance of butter and brown sugar, making every bite a delightful experience.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar, packed<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 1\/2 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>3 cups old-fashioned oats<\/li>\n<li>1 cup raisins<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these oatmeal raisin cookies a holiday favorite is their versatility. They can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven or packed in decorative tins for gifting. Plus, the combination of oats and raisins makes them feel a bit healthier, so you can indulge just a little more during the festive season. Everyone will love the chewy texture and the warm spices that remind them of home!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/oatmeal-cookies-how-i-make-my-oatmeal-and-raisin-1760548952.jpg\" alt=\"OATMEAL COOKIES: How I Make My Oatmeal and Raisin ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=HPepnvnDUPc\" target=\"_blank\">OATMEAL COOKIES: How I Make My Oatmeal and Raisin &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chewy-oatmeal-cookies-recipe-1760548953.jpg\" alt=\"Chewy Oatmeal Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=kSvexYR2w6E\" target=\"_blank\">Chewy Oatmeal Cookies Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/healthy-oatmeal-cookies-you-wont-feel-guilty-about-1760548953.jpg\" alt=\"HEALTHY OATMEAL COOKIES you won&#039;t feel guilty about!\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=eG0nCX1coFU\" target=\"_blank\">HEALTHY OATMEAL COOKIES you won&#039;t feel guilty about!<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spiced_Raisin_Sugar_Cookies\"><\/span>Spiced Raisin Sugar Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/4110538\/pexels-photo-4110538.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Spiced Raisin Sugar Cookies\" title=\"Spiced Raisin Sugar Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Polina Tankilevitch on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/photo-of-cookies-on-cooking-tray-4110538\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SlateBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/beths-spicy-oatmeal-raisin-cookies-1760548949.jpg\" alt=\"Beth&#039;s Spicy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/10497\/beths-spicy-oatmeal-raisin-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Beth&#039;s Spicy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (5290 reviews). Total Time: 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Tomato\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/the-best-cinnamon-raisin-cookie-recipe-1760548949.jpg\" alt=\"The Best Cinnamon Raisin Cookie Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cookingontheweekends.com\/the-best-cinnamon-raisin-cookie-recipe-of-all-time\/\" target=\"_blank\">The Best Cinnamon Raisin Cookie Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Cooking On The Weekends<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (37 reviews). Total Time: 1 h 27 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:DeepPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/grandma-ms-soft-raisin-spice-cookies-1760548950.jpg\" alt=\"Grandma M&#039;s Soft Raisin Spice Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.food.com\/recipe\/grandma-ms-soft-raisin-spice-cookies-205069\" target=\"_blank\">Grandma M&#039;s Soft Raisin Spice Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Food.com<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4 (5 reviews). Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These spiced sugar cookies are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, bringing warmth and cheer to your holiday spread. With a soft, buttery base and a sprinkle of spices, each cookie is studded with plump raisins that add a delightful sweetness. The blend of nutmeg and cinnamon creates an inviting aroma that will have everyone flocking to the cookie jar.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>2 1\/2 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup raisins<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What sets these cookies apart is their unique flavor profile. The combination of spices creates a comforting warmth that feels just right for the holidays. They also hold their shape beautifully, making them perfect for decorating with festive icing or sprinkles. Each bite is not only soft and sweet but also infused with the spirit of the season, making them a must-have for your holiday cookie platter!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to elevate your holiday baking with these two delightful Christmas cookie recipes featuring raisins that promise to bring warmth and joy to your festive gatherings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546752,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-444055","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cookies","tag-holiday-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/444055","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=444055"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/444055\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546752"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=444055"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=444055"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=444055"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=444055"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}