Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Raisin Cookies ๐ช
Description: This recipe is a cherished family heirloom, passed down from generation to generation. It’s a delightful treat that brings back fond memories of Grandma’s kitchen. The process may take a bit of time, but the end result is absolutely worth it!
- Cuisine: Dessert
- Category: Drop Cookies
- Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, < 60 Mins
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 122.2
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.1g
- Cholesterol: 10.6mg
- Sodium: 85.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 18.3g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Sugar: 9.7g
- Protein: 1.8g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups raisins
- 1 cup shortening
- 2 cups sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions:
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Prepare Raisins: Add raisins to water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Allow them to boil for about 5 minutes until they plump up. Once done, remove from heat and let them cool completely.
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Cream Shortening and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. This usually takes a few minutes.
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Incorporate Eggs: Add the eggs to the creamed mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Ensure they are fully incorporated into the mixture.
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Add Flavor: Stir in the vanilla extract, followed by the cooled raisins. If desired, you can also add chopped nuts at this stage for extra texture and flavor.
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, allspice, and cinnamon. This helps to ensure even distribution of the leavening agents and spices.
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Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the raisin mixture, mixing well after each addition. The dough will come together to form a thick, sticky batter.
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Form Cookies: Using a teaspoon, drop spoonfuls of the dough onto greased cookie sheets, leaving some space between each cookie for spreading during baking.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC). Place the cookie sheets in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden brown around the edges.
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Serve: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the cookie sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Enjoy: These delicious raisin cookies are best enjoyed warm with a glass of milk or a cup of tea. They also make a wonderful gift for friends and family!
Yield: Approximately 60 cookies (yield may vary depending on the size of the cookies).
So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and embark on a baking journey that will fill your home with the nostalgic aroma of Grandma’s kitchen. These timeless cookies are sure to become a favorite in your household too! ๐
