January 24, 2020 5:00 am
Perfectly crisp on the outside; soft and chewy on the inside. These Gluten Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are egg free and amazing in every bite.
There’s a reason why oatmeal cookies are a classic. The best cookies are crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, with the perfect amount of chew in each bite. Just the right amount of cinnamon fills every bite, and if you are like me, raisins are a must in your oatmeal cookies.
The perfect oatmeal cookie requires a delicate balance of ingredients. Oatmeal cookies that are cake-like are not preferred, and no one wants a cookie that is hard as a rock either. That middle ground is where cookie perfection lies.
While many oatmeal cookies call for butter, I have opted to use three different fat sources in my recipe. First, I use salted butter for my base. Opt for cold butter straight out of the fridge. I then add oil. I tend to bake with either avocado oil or a very mild olive oil. I do not want an oil with a strong taste. Choose an oil that is mild in flavor. Avocado, canola, or your preferred vegetable oil will work well. Lastly, one ounce of cold cream cheese rounds out the trio. All three mingle together seamlessly and transform these cookies into something really amazing.
While most cookie recipes call for a combination of granulated sugar and brown sugar, I chose to use only light brown sugar in my recipe. Not only does brown sugar add molasses undertones, but it keeps cookies soft and tender as well. I’ve also added a bit of pure maple syrup to the mix. A small taste of maple syrup adds a little something to the brown sugar.
Oats themselves are naturally gluten free. Having said that, many commercially prepared oats share the same equipment as glutinous grains and foods. For those with celiac or gluten sensitivities, this cross contamination can be troublesome. There are gluten free oat options available if you search them out. Look for Certified Gluten Free Rolled Oats.
As I mentioned in my previous post about Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies (Egg Free), I am allergic to eggs. It is completely possible to bake without eggs or replacers. These oatmeal cookies are egg free and I guarantee that you will not be able to tell otherwise. Here are a few tips to follow when baking cookies without eggs:
First begin by measuring out 2 tablespoons of dough. Roll the dough in between the palms of your hands to form a ball. Place the dough onto the baking sheet (lined with parchment paper), leaving 3 inches between each.
Next, using a flat-bottomed measuring cup or glass (I used my OXO 1/4 cup stainless steel measuring cup), lightly flatten down the cookies into rounds.
Crisp on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside. No gluten , no eggs.
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Posted by Kim
Categories: Dessert
Tags: Cinnamon, Cookies, Dessert, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Oatmeal, oatmeal raisin
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I make these cookies several times a week. Both chocolate chip and raisin, and full on vegan too. Hands down the BEST oatmeal cookies I have ever tasted with very consistent results. I also bake them as treats for my friends, and don’t even need the recipe anymore as I have memorized it!!
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By kimally65 on March 17, 2020 at 4:19 pm
I am glad you love them. You’re better than me; I don’t even have the recipe memorized!
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By Kim on March 19, 2020 at 2:35 pm