Jumbo Raisin Cookies

Jumbo Raisin Cookies

Juicy raisins are the star in these popular cookies! They’re great as a snack with coffee.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Yield:
2 1/2 dozen
Servings:
30

Ingredients

  • 2 cups raisins
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 ¾ cups white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts

Directions

Step 1
Place water and raisins in a small saucepan, and bring to boil. Boil 3 to 4 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Step 2
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.

Step 3
Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg; set aside.

Step 4
In a large bowl, cream together shortening and sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Stir in raisins along with the liquid in which they were boiled. Blend in flour mixture, then mix in the walnuts. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets.

Step 5
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in preheated oven, or until firm. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

206
Calories
9g
Fat
31g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 30
Calories 206
% Daily Value *
Total Fat9g 11%
Saturated Fat2g 10%
Cholesterol12mg 4%
Sodium142mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate31g 11%
Dietary Fiber1g 3%
Total Sugars18g
Protein3g
Vitamin C0mg 2%
Calcium20mg 2%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium102mg 2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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