Twice-As-Nice Raisin Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Name: Twice-As-Nice Raisin Oatmeal Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup raisins; Boiling water; 1 teaspoon butter; 1 cup chopped pecans; 1 cup shortening; 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 cups uncooked quick-cooking oats; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 cup raisins
Boiling water
1 teaspoon butter
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup shortening
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups uncooked quick-cooking oats
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt

1
Combine raisins and boiling water to cover in a small bowl. Let stand 5 minutes; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons liquid. Pat raisins dry with paper towels.
2
Melt butter in a medium nonstick skillet. Add pecans; cook over medium heat 5 minutes or until toasted, stirring constantly. Set aside.
3
Beat shortening at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; gradually add sugars, beating well. Add reserved raisin liquid, eggs, and vanilla, beating until blended.
4
Combine flour and next 4 ingredients. Gradually add to shortening mixture, stirring until blended. Stir in raisins and pecans. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto lightly greased baking sheets.
5
Bake at 350u00b0 for 11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on baking sheets 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
6
Tip: When making cookies, always place cookie dough on cool baking sheets. Using sheets that have just been in the oven can cause cookie dough to spread too much.

870

kcal

Calories

Fat

133

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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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, Boiling water, 1 teaspoon butter, 1 cup chopped pecans, and more.

Yes, Twice-As-Nice Raisin Oatmeal 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.

Twice-As-Nice Raisin Oatmeal Cookies

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