This is one of my mom’s favorite cookies that she made quite often. Mom had lots of family and friends over and they always had these cookies on hand with tea.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ½ cup shortening
- 1 ½ cups packed brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup raisins
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Step 2
Cream together the shortening and the butter. Add the brown sugar and cream until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs until well blended.
Step 3
Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves over the creamed mixture. Mix in then stir in the raisins, nuts and dates.
Step 4
Drop cookies onto ungreased baking sheets and bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 48 | |
Calories 111 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat5g | 7% |
Saturated Fat2g | 10% |
Cholesterol17mg | 6% |
Sodium68mg | 3% |
Total Carbohydrate16g | 6% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 2% |
Total Sugars11g | |
Protein1g | |
Vitamin C0mg | 1% |
Calcium19mg | 1% |
Iron1mg | 3% |
Potassium68mg | 1% |
*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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