Grandma's Classic Raisin Cookies
Bring a taste of nostalgia to your kitchen with these delightful Grandma's Classic Raisin Cookies. Each cookie features a soft, buttery exterior with a sweet raisin filling that is perfectly balanced with a hint of lemon. Inspired by timeless recipes from the Old Farmer's Almanac, these cookies are a favorite at gatherings, guaranteed to be the first to disappear from any cookie platter. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or shared with friends and family, they evoke cherished memories while offering a scrumptious treat that never goes out of style.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Raisins
2 cups (chopped)
Sugar
2/3 cup (for filling)
Water
2/3 cup
Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon
Butter
1 tablespoon (for filling)
Sugar
1 cup (for dough)
Butter
1 cup (softened, for dough)
Egg
1 (beaten)
Flour
3 cups (sifted)
Baking Powder
3 teaspoons
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Milk
1/3 cup
Vanilla Extract
2 teaspoons
Instructions
1
To make the filling, combine raisins, 2/3 cup sugar, and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens.
2
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of butter. Allow the filling to cool while you prepare the cookie dough.
3
In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of softened butter until fluffy. Add the beaten egg and mix until well combined.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, baking powder, and salt.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the sugar mixture, alternating with the milk and vanilla extract until the dough is smooth.
6
On a lightly floured surface, roll out a portion of the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter to cut out rounds.
7
Place a teaspoonful of the cooled raisin filling in the center of half of the rounds. Top with the remaining rounds and gently press the edges together to seal.
8
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the cookies on a greased baking sheet for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Grandma's Classic Raisin Cookies?
These are nostalgic, old-fashioned cookies featuring a soft, buttery exterior and a sweet, lemon-hinted raisin filling.
What ingredients are needed for the raisin filling?
The filling requires 2 cups of chopped raisins, 2/3 cup of sugar, 2/3 cup of water, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of butter.
How do you prepare the raisins for this recipe?
The raisins should be chopped before being combined with other filling ingredients.
How long should the raisin filling simmer?
The filling should simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until the mixture thickens.
When do I add the lemon juice and butter to the filling?
Stir in the lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of butter after removing the saucepan from the heat.
What is the first step in making the cookie dough?
The first step is to cream together 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of softened butter until the mixture is fluffy.
Should the butter for the dough be softened?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 1 cup of softened butter for the dough to ensure a fluffy texture when creamed.
At what point should the egg be added?
Add one beaten egg to the creamed butter and sugar mixture and mix until well combined.
What dry ingredients are needed for the dough?
You will need 3 cups of sifted flour, 3 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Does the flour need to be sifted?
Yes, the recipe calls for 3 cups of sifted flour to be whisked with the other dry ingredients.
How do I incorporate the dry ingredients into the sugar mixture?
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the sugar mixture, alternating with the milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
How much vanilla extract is used in this recipe?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
How much milk is needed for the dough?
You will need 1/3 cup of milk to be added while mixing the dough.
How thick should the cookie dough be rolled out?
Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
What tool is used to shape the cookies?
A biscuit cutter is used to cut out dough rounds.
How much filling goes into each cookie?
Place a teaspoonful of the cooled raisin filling in the center of half of the dough rounds.
How do you assemble the raisin-filled cookies?
Place filling on one round, top with another round, and gently press the edges together to seal them.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 10 to 15 minutes on a greased baking sheet.
How can I tell when the cookies are done?
The cookies are finished when they are golden brown.
Should the baking sheet be greased?
Yes, use a greased baking sheet to prevent the cookies from sticking.
What is the best way to cool the cookies?
Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving.
What inspired this recipe?
These cookies are inspired by timeless recipes found in the Old Farmer's Almanac.
Are these cookies suitable for holiday baking?
Yes, they are tagged for holiday baking and are a traditional favorite for gatherings.
What is the flavor profile of the raisin filling?
The filling is sweet from the raisins and sugar, balanced with a bright hint of lemon juice.
Can these cookies be served with tea?
Absolutely, they are described as a perfect treat to be enjoyed with a cup of tea.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 13 ingredients in this recipe.
What is the texture of the cookies?
They feature a soft, buttery exterior with a thick, sweet fruit filling.
How much baking powder is used?
The recipe calls for 3 teaspoons of baking powder.
Is this a traditional recipe?
Yes, it is considered a traditional, old-fashioned recipe passed down from grandmas.