The Best Ever Oatmeal Cookies

1 cup butter, softened

1 cup packed brown sugar

¾ cup sugar

2 eggs

1 ½ teaspoons vanilla

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon cinnamon

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

3 cups rolled oats (not quick)

1 cup raisins (optional)

 

Preheat oven to 350F.  Using an electric mixer, cream together butter and sugars.  Add eggs and vanilla, mixing on low speed until combined.  Stir in flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder and salt until blended.  Add oatmeal and raisins and continue to stir until blended.  Drop by rounded tablespoons onto greased baking sheet.  Bake for 8-10 minutes.