Mina Newton Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe

Name: Mina Newton Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup raisins; 1 ¼ cups water; 1 cup sugar; ½ cup shortening; 2 large eggs; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ½ cup raisin juice (from simmering); ½ teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ½ teaspoon clove; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 ½ cups flour; 1 ½ cups oatmeal

Servings: persons

1 cup raisins
1 ¼ cups water
1 cup sugar
½ cup shortening
2 large eggs
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup raisin juice (from simmering)
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon clove
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 ½ cups flour
1 ½ cups oatmeal

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Simmer raisins in water over high heat until plump (5-10 minutes); drain, SAVE JUICE, set raisins aside to cool.
3
Cream together shortening and sugar.
4
Add baking soda to 1/2 cup of the raisin juice, add to shortening/sugar along with eggs; beat until well mixed.
5
Combine baking powder, salt, spices and flour; mix well and add to liquid mixture.
6
Stir in oatmeal, then stir in the raisins.
7
Drop by generous tablespoon onto cookie sheet and bake at 350 F for 10-12 minutes (until edges just begin to brown).

432

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* 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 raisins, 1 ¼ cups water, 1 cup sugar, ½ cup shortening, and more.

Yes, Mina Newton Oatmeal 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.

Mina Newton Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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