Big Softies

Name: Big Softies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. boiling water; 1 c. raisins; 1 1/2 c. sifted all-purpose flour; 3/4 tsp. soda; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg; 3/4 c. shortening, soft; 3/4 c. sugar; 2 eggs; 1 1/2 c. quick or old fashioned oats, uncooked

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1192 kcal · General

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Big Softies – a delicious recipe with boiling water, raisins, flour, soda, salt, cinnamon. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1/2 c. boiling water
1 c. raisins
1 1/2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
3/4 tsp. soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
3/4 c. shortening, soft
3/4 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. quick or old fashioned oats, uncooked

1
Pour boiling water over raisins and let stand for 10 minutes. Drain raisins, reserving 1/4 cup liquid.
2
Sift together flour, soda, salt and spices into a bowl.
3
Add shortening, sugar, eggs and reserved liquid.
4
Beat until smooth, about 2 minutes.
5
Stir in raisins and oats.
6
Chill dough.
7
Drop by tablespoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets.
8
Bake in preheated moderate oven (350u00b0) about 15 minutes.

1192

kcal

Calories

Fat

174

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. boiling water, 1 c. raisins, 1 1/2 c. sifted all-purpose flour, 3/4 tsp. soda, and more.

Yes, Big Softies falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1192 kcal
Category
General

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