Raisin Jumbo Cookies Recipe
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Ingredients: 2 C. raisins
1 C. water
4 C. sifted flour
1 t. baking powder
1 t. soda
1 t. salt
½ t. cinnamon
1/2 t. nutmeg
1 C. shortening
1 ¾ C. sugar
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 t. vanilla
½ C. chopped nuts
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Directions:Bring raisins and water to a boil; plump for about 3 minutes; cool.
Sift flour, baking powder, soda, salt and spices together.
Cream shortening and sugar together until light and fluffy; add eggs and vanilla and mix well.
Stir in raisins and any remaining water.
Gradually add the flour mixture; blend thoroughly.
Stir in nuts.
Drop by T. on greased baking sheets about 1” apart; bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes.
Makes about 3 ½ dozen |
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Notes: Family Notes:
I bought a little Betty Crocker cookbook from a grocery store rack in 1968; this recipe was in it, and became an all-time favorite for the whole family (and for everyone who was blessed with these cookies over the years!).
I double the spices and nuts – very flavorful and hearty cookie!
These have often been Christmas gifts in tins or baskets – and they’ve always been well received. They were a staple in the kids’ lunches at times – then, I discovered that Heather sold her lunch cookies at school for a quarter each! Enterprising little girl….
These cookies can be frozen and they are just as good when thawed. Usually, though, they don’t make it to a freezer.
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