Delicious raisin-filled cookies with sugar & cinnamon. A taste treat from Amish country.
Amish Raisin Puff Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that have been a favorite among Amish communities for generations. These cookies are light, airy, and filled with sweet raisins, making them the perfect snack to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. The recipe is simple and requires only a handful of ingredients, making it a great option for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you’re looking for a new cookie recipe to try or want to experience a taste of Amish culture, this Amish Raisin Puff Cookie Recipe is sure to be a hit.
RAISIN PUFFS
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1 1/2 cups of raisins
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1 cup water
Boil raisins in water till the water is gone. The let the raisins cool.
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1 cup softened or melted butter
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1 teaspoon baking soda
Add the butter and baking soda to the cooled raisins.
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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2 eggs
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1 1/2 cups sugar
In a separate bowl, beat together vanilla, eggs and sugar until well combined. Add the raisin mixture to the sugar/eggs mixture and stir.
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3 1/4 – 3 1/2 cups of flour
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1/2 teaspoon of salt
Combine the flour and salt with the above raisin mixture in a large bowl, mix well. At this point, chill for a couple of hours in the refrigerator.
Flour your hands and roll the dough into small balls.
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3 tablespoons of sugar
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1 teaspoon of cinnamon
Mix sugar and cinnamon well in a small bowl or plate. Roll the dough balls in the sugar/cinnamon mixture.
Place balls on ungreased or parchment paper-lined cookie sheets.
Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes or until puffed but firm.
Makes 3 – 5 dozen depending on the size of your dough balls.
