Grandma's Classic Oatmeal Raisin Delight Cookies
Indulge in these luscious oatmeal raisin cookies that evoke the nostalgia of Grandma's kitchen. The secret to their immense flavor lies in boiling the raisins, which plumps them up and deepens their sweetness, creating a delightful contrast with the warm spices of cinnamon and clove. Soft, chewy, and slightly crispy at the edges, these cookies are studded with heartwarming ingredients like rolled oats and crunchy walnuts. Perfect for family gatherings or a comforting afternoon treat, each bite tells a story of comfort and tradition. Bake a batch today and relive those special memories!
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Servings
64
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
seedless raisins
1 cup (boiled until plump)
water
1 cup (for boiling raisins)
shortening
3/4 cup (softened)
sugar
1 1/2 cups (granulated)
large eggs
2 (beaten)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups (sifted)
baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (sifted with flour)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (sifted with flour)
salt
1 teaspoon (sifted with flour)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
clove
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
rolled oats
2 cups (uncooked)
chopped walnuts
1/2 cup (optional)
Instructions
1
In a medium saucepan, simmer the raisins in water over low heat for about 20 minutes or until plump.
2
Once plumped, drain the liquid from the raisins into a measuring cup, and then add enough water to reach a total of 1/2 cup of liquid.
3
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
4
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
5
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
6
Stir in the raisin liquid until well combined.
7
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and clove.
8
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
9
Fold in the rolled oats, chopped walnuts, and plumped raisins, ensuring even distribution.
10
Using rounded teaspoonfuls, drop the dough 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
11
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
12
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
2.5g
Fat
9.6g
Carbs
0.9g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is for Grandma's Classic Oatmeal Raisin Delight Cookies.
What makes these oatmeal raisin cookies unique?
The secret to their flavor is boiling the raisins, which plumps them up and deepens their sweetness.
How long should I simmer the raisins?
Simmer the raisins in water over low heat for about 20 minutes or until they are plump.
How much liquid do I need from the simmered raisins?
You should drain the liquid into a measuring cup and add enough water to reach exactly 1/2 cup of liquid.
What is the required oven temperature for baking?
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) before baking the cookies.
How should I prepare the shortening and sugar?
Cream the shortening and sugar together in a large mixing bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy.
When should the eggs be added to the dough?
Beat in the eggs one at a time after creaming the shortening and sugar, followed by the vanilla extract.
What dry ingredients are included in the sifted mixture?
The sifted mixture includes all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ground clove.
How do I combine the dry and wet ingredients?
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until they are just combined.
Which ingredients are folded in at the end?
Fold in the rolled oats, chopped walnuts, and the plumped raisins to ensure even distribution.
How much dough should I use for each cookie?
Drop the dough onto the baking sheets using rounded teaspoonfuls.
How far apart should the cookies be placed on the tray?
Place the dough drops 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 10 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
What is the cooling process for these cookies?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 64 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There is 2.5g of fat in each cookie.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in each cookie?
Each cookie has 9.6g of carbohydrates.
How much protein does one cookie provide?
Each cookie provides 0.9g of protein.
Are the walnuts required for this recipe?
No, the 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts is considered an optional ingredient.
What kind of oats should be used?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of uncooked rolled oats.
What spices are used for the warm flavor?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon of ground clove.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 14 ingredients used in this recipe.
Should the baking sheets be greased?
No, the instructions specify using ungreased baking sheets.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe requires 2 1/2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
Can I use any type of raisins?
The recipe specifically recommends 1 cup of seedless raisins.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies are soft, chewy, and slightly crispy at the edges.
What kind of sugar is used?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar.
Is vanilla extract used in this recipe?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract is added for flavor.
What are the common tags for this recipe?
Common tags include oatmeal cookies, raisin cookies, drop cookies, classic recipes, and nostalgic baking.
What is the preparation for the shortening?
The shortening should be softened before being creamed with the sugar.