Pb and O Snackers

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, stir together the oats, flour, spices, salt and baking soda to combine.
2. 2
   Using an electric mixer, cream the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes, stopping to scrape the bowl as needed.
3. 3
   Add the eggs, 1 at a time, and beat for 1 minute after each addition.
4. 4
   Beat in the vanilla.
5. 5
   Reduce the mixer speed to low, and add the dry ingredients slowly, beating only until blended.
6. 6
   Stir in the chips or raisins.
7. 7
   If the dough is UNCHILLED, drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto lightly greased baking sheets.
8. 8
   If the dough is CHILLED, scoop by rounded tablespoons, roll into balls between your palms, and place 2 inch apart on the baking sheets.
9. 9
   Press the cookies gently with the heel of your hand, until they are 1/2 inch thick.
10. 10
    Bake at 350F (180C) for 13 to 15 minutes, until the cookies are golden, and just firm around the edges.
11. 11
    Lift the cookies onto a cooling rack with a wide metal spatula.
12. 12
    The cookies will firm as they cool.