Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Raisin Cookies {with oatmeal, coconut & pecans}

Raisin Cookies
{from the kitchen of D.L., who shared the recipe with MOM who then shared it with ME!}

1 C. brown sugar
1 C. white sugar
1 C. shortening
2 large eggs
1 t. vanilla
1-1/2 C. oatmeal
1 C. raisins
1 C. coconut 
1/2 C. nutmeats 
2-1/4 C. flour
2 t. baking powder
1/2 t. soda
1/2 t. salt
Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs and then add the remaining ingredients. Roll into small balls and place on a greased baking sheet. Flatten with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar.
Bake 350° for 12-15 minutes. 
Makes 6-1/2 dozen 2-1/2 inch cookies.

I have had this cookie recipe for many years
 and it is still one of our 
favorites!

Happy Baking!

2 comments:

  1. I made a new cookie this week, Cranberry Oatmeal, and they are good, but your recipe is better I think.

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