Golden Raisin Oatmeal Cookies
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Bake: 15 min./batch
YIELD: 4 dozen.
Here's a slightly different twist on a traditional favorite. These crisp, chewy oatmeal cookies feature golden raisins and have a mild orange tang. They're a staple in my picnic basket!
-Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon
Ingredients
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3/4 cup butter, softened
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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1/2 cup sugar
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons water
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3 cups quick-cooking oats
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2/3 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons grated orange zest
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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2/3 cup golden raisins
Directions
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1.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, water and vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, orange zest, cinnamon and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins (dough will be stiff).
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2.
Drop by level tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts
2 each: 169 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 91mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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