What makes Oatmeal Raisin cookies even better? Filling them with caramel, of course! They're soft, chewy, easy to make & can easily be made gluten free!
Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt together in a small mixing bowl.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat into the cookie dough.
Add the flour mixture and beat to combine.
Add the oats and raisins and use a spatula to hand mix them into the dough.
To make the cookies, grab a ball of dough about the size of a golf ball, make a "cave" in the middle of the dough, then add a caramel to the middle.
Wrap the cookie dough around the caramel, then place on a parchment lined baking sheet.
Bake for 15-20 minutes.
Notes
Gluten Free: to make these cookies gluten free, substitute a 1 for 1 gluten free flour instead of traditional flour. Make sure the oats used are gluten free.
Chocolate Chips: chocolate chips can be used instead of the raisins in this recipe if desired.
Storage: the cookies should be stored in an airtight container on the countertop and will stay good for 5-7 days.