Keep these crisp-yet-chewy cookies on hand for an after school treat.

Crispy-Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup SPLENDA® Sugar Blend
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon molasses
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups old-fashioned oatmeal, uncooked
1 cup raisins

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Stir together flour, soda, and cinnamon. Set aside.
3. Beat butter and SPLENDA® Sugar Blend at medium speed with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add eggs, molasses and vanilla, beating until blended. Gradually add flour mixture, beating at low speed until blended.
4. Stir in oats and raisins.
5. Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto lightly greased baking sheets.
6. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool slightly on baking sheets. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

Makes 36 cookies.
Preparation Time: 15 Minutes
Total Time: 27 Minutes

Nutrition Info Per Serving (1 cookie): Calories 140 | Calories from Fat 50 | Fat 6g (sat 3.5g) | Cholesterol 25mg | Sodium 90mg | Carbohydrates 18g | Fiber 1g | Sugars 9g | Protein 2g

Recipe and photograph courtesy of Splenda, Inc. Splenda® is a no-calorie sweetener made from sugar that is suitable for diabetics. For more information regarding this product, please call 1-800-777-5363 or visit their website at www.splenda.com.