Ilyssa continued her baking marathon after her half marathon with these Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. I love oatmeal raisin cookies, they are highly underrated in my opinion, these cookies are perfect for dunking in a hot cup of tea. They are not too sweet, they remind me of a British biscuit or digestive. Now, I just need to track down some vanilla ice cream to make homemade ice cream cookie sandwiches. If you are too lazy to make your own ice cream cookie sandwiches, head over to Bakeshop in Clarendon for their take on the classic dessert.
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies – Adapted from The Taste of Home Baking Book
- 2 cups sugar
- 1-1/2 cup shortening
- 4 eggs
- 4 teaspoons water
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups quick-cooking oats
- 2 cups raisins
Directions
- In a large bowl, cream sugar and shortening. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in water. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the oats, raisins and walnuts.
- Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks to cool.
