Mary Berry Oat and Raisin Cookies Recipe
The Mary Berry Oat and Raisin Cookies are soft, chewy biscuits made with rolled oats, raisins, brown sugar, butter, and a touch of spice. Unlike overly sweet or crunchy varieties, these cookies strike a beautiful balance between texture and flavor. They’re easy to prepare and stay fresh for several days, making them great for everyday snacking or weekend baking.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 20 cookies
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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Plain flour – 125g (1 cup)
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Baking powder – ½ teaspoon
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Ground cinnamon – ½ teaspoon
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Salt – a pinch
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Butter – 100g (softened)
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Light brown sugar – 100g (½ cup, packed)
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Caster sugar – 50g (¼ cup)
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Egg – 1 medium
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Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
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Rolled oats – 100g (1 cup)
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Raisins – 100g (⅔ cup)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
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Preheat to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F.
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Line baking trays with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
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In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugars
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In a large bowl, beat butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
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Add egg and vanilla extract, beating until smooth.
Step 4: Add Oats and Raisins
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Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
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Fold in oats and raisins using a spatula or spoon.
Step 5: Shape and Bake
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Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts and place spaced apart on prepared trays.
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Flatten slightly with your fingers or back of a spoon.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges but soft in the middle.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
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Cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
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Serve warm or store once completely cooled.