Lemon Raisin Filled Cookies Recipe

Name: Lemon Raisin Filled Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening; 2 cups packed brown sugar; 3 large eggs; 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 cup water; 1 cup raisins; 1 large egg, beaten; 1 tablespoon butter; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 to 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest

Servings: persons

1 cup shortening
2 cups packed brown sugar
3 large eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup water
1 cup raisins
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 to 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest

1
In a bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and chill overnight.
2
For filling, combine sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Add water; stir to dissolve. Add raisins; cook and stir 2 minutes more. Remove from the heat. Stir a little of the hot mixture into beaten egg; return all to saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in butter, lemon juice and zest. Cool.
3
Divide chilled dough into thirds. Roll out a portion at a time on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut into 2-1/2-in. circles. Place 1 teaspoon filling on half of the circles; top with remaining circles. Pinch edges together to seal; place on greased
4
. Bake at 375u00b0 for 12 minutes or until lightly browned. (Use any leftover filling in tarts or as a dessert sauce over cake.)

1255

kcal

Calories

Fat

260

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup shortening, 2 cups packed brown sugar, 3 large eggs, 4 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Lemon Raisin Filled 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.

Lemon Raisin Filled Cookies

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