Start by soaking the raisins with warm water and sit to the side for 15 to 20 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar together by hand or using a hand mixer. Add in the eggs, vanilla extract, apple butter (optional) oats and raisins
In another bowl add the all purpose flour, salt and baking soda and whisk together. Then add the flour mix over into the creaming bowl and fold all the ingredients. be sure to not over mix.
Drop a heaping tablespoons of cookie dough on to the prepared cookie sheet 2 inches apart. Cover with plastic wrap and place into the fridge for 1.5 to 2 hours.
When ready to bake, preheat the oven 350℉ and place the cookie sheet on the middle rack. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
Remove the cookies from the oven and place the cookies on a cooling rack to completely cool down. Enjoy with a tall glass of milk.