Chewy Raisin Molasses Cookies
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Bake: 15 min./batch
YIELD: about 5 dozen.
Molasses adds a little more flavor to a traditional oatmeal raisin cookie. My husband loves the soft and chewy texture of these cookies. The recipe is from his mother.
Ingredients
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1-1/2 cups raisins
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1/2 cup shortening
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1-1/4 cups sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1/2 cup molasses
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2 cups quick-cooking oats
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1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
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1.
Place raisins in a bowl. Cover with boiling water; let stand for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
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2.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in molasses. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins.
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3.
Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
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