Down East Hermits

Name: Down East Hermits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup soft shortening; 2 cups brown sugar; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup cold brewed coffee; 3 1/2 cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 1/2 cups raisins; 1 1/4 cups chopped walnuts

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1114 kcal · General

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Down East Hermits – a delicious recipe with shortening, brown sugar, eggs, cold brewed coffee, flour, baking soda. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1 cup soft shortening
2 cups brown sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup cold brewed coffee
3 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 1/2 cups raisins
1 1/4 cups chopped walnuts

1
Mix together thoroughly--shortening, brown sugar, and eggs.
2
Blend in the cold coffee.
3
Mix in the flour, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
4
Add in the raisins and walnuts--mix well.
5
Chill 1 hour.
6
Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto a lightly greased baking sheet.
7
Bake at 400 degrees for about 8-10 minutes or until set--just until when touched lightly with fingertip, almost no print remains.
8
Do not overbake.

1114

kcal

Calories

Fat

194

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 cup soft shortening, 2 cups brown sugar, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup cold brewed coffee, and more.

Yes, Down East Hermits 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
1114 kcal
Category
General

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