Grandma's Spiced Raisin Cookies

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Grandma's Spiced Raisin Cookies, a vegetarian American classic perfect for any gathering. These cookies are sweet, chewy, and packed with the warm spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, complemented by the natural sweetness of raisins and dates.

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Overview

These delightful cookies are a cherished family recipe, often enjoyed with tea during gatherings. They combine the warmth of spices with the sweetness of raisins and dates, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Nuts, Dairy, Eggs

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 48

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 0.5 Cups butter, kneaded
• 0.5 Cups shortening
• 1.5 Cups brown sugar, packed
• 3 Whole eggs
• 2 Cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 Teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 Teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 Teaspoon salt
• 1 Teaspoon cinnamon, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoon nutmeg, ground
• 0.25 Teaspoon cloves, ground
• 1 Cup raisins
• 0.5 Cup walnuts, chopped
• 1 Cup dates, pitted

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and shortening. Add the brown sugar and continue to cream until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well blended before adding the next.
4. Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves over the creamed mixture. Mix until just combined.
5. Gently stir in the raisins, chopped walnuts, and dates until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Enjoy these cookies with a warm cup of tea or coffee!