These oatmeal raisin cookies are moist on the outside and just the right amount of crispy on the edges. Yes, they are made with shortening. You can sub another type of oil, but there’s something about shortening that makes these taste so delicious. The spices are mostly optional. Definitely keep the cinnamon and swap out the other spices for nutmeg, or allspice. The Turbinado sugar topping right before baking adds a touch of extra sweetness and crunch.