Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cut into 1 inch cubes and chilled
  • 2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons candied ginger, finely chopped, plus more
  • candied ginger, for garnish if desired (optional)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups rolled oats, old fashioned
  • 1 1/4 cups raisins, preferably golden

Method

  • Sift together the flour, baking powder and baking soda. Set mix aside.
  • Beat the butter, both sugars, ginger, cinnamon, salt, and cayenne in a bowl until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs, one at a time,and then add the milk and vanilla.
  • Add the 1/2 flour mixture & mix. Add the rest of the flour and mix just until incorporated.
  • Stir in the oats and raisins.
  • Chill dough for at least 2 hours before baking. (if you can).
  • Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  • Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Scoop the cookie dough into 1 inch balls and put 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  • Slightly flatten each ball (fingers or fork - cook's choice).
  • Sprinkle the tops with chopped candied ginger, if desired (I don't).
  • Bake the cookies until lightly golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Place on cooling racks to cool crispier.