Spiced Pumpkin-Raisin Cookies

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   Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line 2 heavy large baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, combine the flour, oats, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and allspice.

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   Stir to blend well.

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   In a large bowl, combine the sugar, pumpkin puree, oil, syrup and vanilla; whisk to blend.

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   Using a flexible rubber spatula, gradually stir the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture.

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   Stir in the raisins.

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   For each cookie, drop 1 generous tablespoon of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the mounds about 1 inch apart (or use a mini ice cream scoop).

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   Using moistened fingertips, flatten each to a 2-inch-diameter round.

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   Sprinkle each cookie with a bit more raw sugar.

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    Bake the cookies until brown and a bit firm to the touch, 17 to 20 minutes.

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    Using a metal spatula, transfer the cookies to a rack and cool completely.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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