Bushel Cookies (Pennsylvania Dutch) Recipe

Name: Bushel Cookies (Pennsylvania Dutch)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs granulated sugar; 2 lbs brown sugar; 2 1/2 cups shortening; 12 eggs; 1 quart milk; 1 tablespoon cinnamon, ground; 2 lbs raisins, ground; 2 lbs walnuts, ground; 6 lbs flour; 2 tablespoons baking soda; 2 tablespoons baking powder; 2 tablespoons vanilla extract (or 2 tbs. grated orange peel); 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

3 lbs granulated sugar
2 lbs brown sugar
2 1/2 cups shortening
12 eggs
1 quart milk
1 tablespoon cinnamon, ground
2 lbs raisins, ground
2 lbs walnuts, ground
6 lbs flour
2 tablespoons baking soda
2 tablespoons baking powder
2 tablespoons vanilla extract (or 2 tbs. grated orange peel)
1 teaspoon salt

1
In a very large bowl, cream shortening and sugar together. Add eggs two at a time. Beat well.
2
Sift dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon) into another very large bowl.
3
Grind raisins and nuts (for you modern-day cooks, use food processor) and add to sifted flour mixture.
4
Add vanilla or orange peel and mix well.
5
Drop onto ungreased cookie sheets. With a lightly dusted fork, press lightly to make a criss-cross pattern on each cookie.
6
Bake at 375 F for 8-10 minutes or until cookie is golden around the edges.

6621

kcal

Calories

185

Fat

1123

Carbs

142

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs granulated sugar, 2 lbs brown sugar, 2 1/2 cups shortening, 12 eggs, and more.

Yes, Bushel Cookies (Pennsylvania Dutch) 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.

Bushel Cookies (Pennsylvania Dutch)

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