Amish Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Name: Amish Oatmeal Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups raisins; 1 cup salted peanuts; 6 cups sifted all-purpose flour; 3 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 1/2 cups lard or 1 1/2 cups shortening; 3 cups sugar; 2 cups quick-cooking oats; 3 teaspoons baking soda; 1 cup buttermilk; 1/2 cup molasses; 4 eggs (divided); flour

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups raisins
1 cup salted peanuts
6 cups sifted all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/2 cups lard or 1 1/2 cups shortening
3 cups sugar
2 cups quick-cooking oats
3 teaspoons baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup molasses
4 eggs (divided)
flour

1
To grease cookie sheets: Grease cookie sheets lightly. Too much shortening on the baking sheet will cause cookies to spread and edges will be too thin and too brown. Do not use butter or margarine to grease sheets.
2
Grind raisins and peanuts in food grinder, using medium blade; set aside.
3
Sift together 6 cups flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg into very large bowl or dishpan. Cut in lard until mixture forms fine crumbs, using pastry blender. Add ground raisin mixture, sugar and oats. Mix well., using hands if necessary.
4
Dissolve baking soda in buttermilk in small bowl. Add molasses and 3 of the eggs to buttermilk mixture. Beat with rotary beater until blended.
5
Add buttermilk mixture to flour mixture; mix well with spoon. Drop mixture by heaping teaspoonfuls or a small ice cream scoop, about 3 inches apart, on greased baking sheets. Flatten each with bottom of drinking glass dipped in flour to 2 1/2 inch round.
6
Beat remaining egg in small bowl until blended. Brush tops of each round with egg.
7
Bake in 375u00b0F oven 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from baking sheets; cool on racks. Makes 4 1/2 dozen.
8
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2173

kcal

Calories

Fat

327

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups raisins, 1 cup salted peanuts, 6 cups sifted all-purpose flour, 3 teaspoons baking powder, and more.

Yes, Amish Oatmeal Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Amish Oatmeal Cookies

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