Jumbo Raisin Cookies Recipe

Name: Jumbo Raisin Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups raisins; 1 cup boiling water; 1 cup vegetable shortening; 2 cups sugar; 3 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 4 cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

Servings: persons

2 cups raisins
1 cup boiling water
1 cup vegetable shortening
2 cups sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

1
Cook raisins in boiling water for 5 minutes, then let them cool.
2
Cream shortening; add sugar and beat well.
3
Add eggs and beat until well blended.
4
Add vanilla and cooked raisins.
5
Combine flour, baking powder, salt, soda and spices.
6
Add to the creamed mixture and mix well.
7
Drop by spoonfuls on greased cookie sheet.
8
Bake at 325 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes.

1471

kcal

Calories

Fat

194

Carbs

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups raisins, 1 cup boiling water, 1 cup vegetable shortening, 2 cups sugar, and more.

Yes, Jumbo Raisin 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.

Jumbo Raisin Cookies

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