Reduced-Sugar Oatmeal Cookies

Instructions

1. 1

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the oats, flour, raisins, if desired, spices, baking soda and salt (see note).

3. 3

   In another bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, oil and vanilla with an electric mixer. Add the egg and whisk until smooth. With the machine running on low speed, or using a wooden spoon, add the dry ingredients.

4. 4

   Using an ice cream scoop, form the mixture into 12 balls and spread out on the baking sheets. Press the balls down until ¾ inch (2 cm) thick.

5. 5

   Bake one sheet at a time for 10 minutes or until the cookies are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheets before handling the cookies.