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Wendy Stoltz / Last Modified On May 27, 2025

These gluten-free oatmeal raisin cookies are perfectly chewy and sweet. They're made with raisins, oats, and a touch of cinnamon. They only take 30 minutes, and they will be your next favorite cookie.

Gluten-Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Perfect texture - It's one of those cookies you can't resist due to the oats and raisin combination. As well as the nice chewy texture.

Ready in under 30 minutes - Nice, freshly baked biscuits are only 30 minutes away.

Fun to make - Gather the children and make it together. It's a nice activity to do together. We do an extra batch and give it to our neighbors. All you need is a repurposed jam jar with a ribbon.

What's in This Gluten-Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe?

It's a few pantry staples that come together to form the most delicious homemade cookies. And if I had more time, I would definitely bake them more often as they are so much better than store-bought!

For the Gluten-Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe

• Unsalted butter – Adds richness and flavor while creating a soft, tender cookie texture.
• Light brown sugar – Provides moisture and adds to the chewiness of the cookies.
• Granulated sugar – Balances the sweetness and helps the cookies spread slightly while adding a bit of crispness to the edges.
• Gluten-free vanilla extract – Adds additional flavor.
• Large egg – Binds the ingredients together and adds moisture and structure to the cookies. A flax egg should work.
• All-purpose gluten-free flour – Forms the structural base of the cookie dough. This has been tested with Ryze and Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1, so use them if you can. Alternatively, try a gluten-free flour you have used before. 
• Cinnamon – It's a comforting spice that gives great flavor to any dish. 
• Baking soda – Acts as a leavening agent to help the cookies rise slightly and maintain a soft, chewy texture.
• Salt – Balances the sweetness and enhances the flavors of all other ingredients.
• Gluten-free oats - Use old-fashioned rolled oats; they provide the classic chewiness. According to experts, you should talk with your doctor or a registered dietitian about whether and how much oats should be included in your diet. We try and purchase purity protocol oats, which are grown in dedicated gluten-free fields. The next best option for us is certified gluten-free oats. 
• Raisins – Dried raisins add bursts of natural sweetness. And according to a health survey, they're super healthy. Consumption of raisins is associated with, "better nutrient intake, diet quality, and weight parameters".

Equipment Needed For This GF Oatmeal Raisin Cookie

A large mixing bowl will work well for combining the cookie batter. A handheld mixer or stand mixer for combining the ingredients so they are all evenly dispersed works well. You can also use a bit of muscle power by using a whisk. A baking sheet with parchment paper so you have minimal clean-up and a cooling rack so the cookies don't get soggy.

How To Make Chewy Gluten-Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

These are the 8 steps before you bite into the tastiest cookie. But I'll let you in on a secret, double or triple the recipe or else we will meet here again. 

The key to a good cookie is getting the batter done correctly. So follow along and you can see the outcome. 

Cream and Combine

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Position the oven rack in the center of the oven. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper; set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter, sugars, and vanilla until combined. Add the egg and beat until well combined.

Add Dry Ingredients and Mix-Ins

Add the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Beat until the flour is fully incorporated. Stir in the oats and raisins until evenly mixed throughout the batter.

Stir and Scoop

Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough with an ice cream scoop, spaced two inches apart, onto the prepared cookie sheets. They spread slightly so you don't want one baked mess.

Bake and Cool

Bake for 8–10 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through, until the cookies are light golden brown, slightly firm to the touch, and have crispy edges.

Remove from the oven and let cool on the cookie sheet for 3–5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling completely. Store in an airtight container. 

Tips On How to Make This Gluten-Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe

• Use room temperature ingredients, especially for the eggs and butter.
• Cream ingredients well - Creaming takes about 2-3 minutes, and it's a vital step in building structure in the ingredients and making them nice and chewy.
• Use the correct oats -Use gluten-free certified old-fashioned rolled oats and not quick oats or steel-cut oats.
• Soak raisins - If your raisins are dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes so you have juicy raisins. 
• Chill the dough - You can chill the dough for 30 minutes, especially if you're in a warm kitchen. 
• Check the cookies - Some ovens run hotter or cooler, so you want to check them. 
• Let the cookies cool - Cool them on the rack for 3-5 minutes, the wait is worth it as they firm up.

Frequently Asked Questions

So here are some common questions, but our comments section is always open for any queries you may have. 

How Long Can I Store It?

You can store these cookies in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. 

Can I Freeze It?

Yes, they freeze well. Pop them in the freezer for up to 2 months. (We like to do this with the dough, then we can thaw and bake for fresh-baked goodies).

What Variations Can I Make With Gluten-Free Oatmeal Cookies?

Replace the raisins with chocolate chips for oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. Or drop in butterscotch chips for a fun alternative.

Do I Need To Soak The Raisins?

It's an optional step, but I do recommend it if you have dry raisins. 

Should I Add Xanthan Gum?

You don't need to add a binding agent if your gluten-free flour blend already has one. If you use the ones I mention in the recipe card below, you don't need to add any xanthan gum.

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Yield: 20 servings

Gluten-Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe

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This gluten-free oatmeal raisin cookie recipe makes a tender cookie with the perfect chew.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Additional Time 5 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
• ½ cup light brown sugar (100g)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar (50g)
• 1 teaspoon gluten-free vanilla extract
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• ¾ cup all-purpose gluten-free flour (145g) - tested with Ryze, and Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 ¼ cups gluten-free old-fashioned whole rolled oats
• 1 cup raisins

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Position the oven rack in the center of the oven. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, sugars, and vanilla until combined.
3. Add egg and beat until well combined.
4. Add the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt, and beat until the flour is incorporated.
5. Stir in the oats and raisins.
6. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls, two inches apart, onto the cookie sheet.
7. Bake for 8–10 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through for even baking, until the cookies are light brown and slightly firm to the touch.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool on the cookie sheet for 3-5 minutes.
9. Finish cooling on a wire rack. Then store cookies in an airtight container.

Notes

• Use room temperature ingredients - Especially for the eggs and butter.
• Cream ingredients well - Creaming takes about 2-3 minutes, and it's a vital step in making the ingredients build structure and making them nice and chewy.
• Use the correct oats -Use gluten-free certified old-fashioned rolled oats and not quick oats or steel-cut oats.
• Soak raisins - If your raisins are dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes so you have juicy raisins. 
• Chill the dough - You can chill the dough for 30 minutes, especially if you're in a warm kitchen. 
• Check the cookies - Some ovens run hotter or cooler, so you want to check them. 
• Let the cookies cool - Cool them on the rack for 3-5 minutes, the wait is worth it as they firm up.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

20

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 144Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 64mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 1gSugar: 13gProtein: 2g

This nutrition info is based on the exact ingredients and brands used at the time. It may not be 100% accurate. Please check your ingredients nutrition labels.

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