Step 1

Preheat oven to 350˚F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the flaxseed and water together. Set aside and allow flax seed to absorb the liquid.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt together.

Step 4

In a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugars at a medium speed until light and fluffy.

Step 5

Add vanilla, and the flax mixture to the bowl, and mix until incorporated.

Step 6

Slowly add the flour mixture to the bowl, mixing until each addition has been incorporated, scraping the sides as needed.

Step 7

Mix in oats and raisins until evenly distributed in the dough.

Step 8

Using a cookie scoop, drop 2 tablespoon balls of dough onto a prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 – 11 minutes, or until the dough has just set on the top.

Step 9

Remove from oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.