Golden Raisin Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

By dette

Here's a slightly different twist on a traditional favorite. These crisp, chewy oatmeal cookies feature golden raisins and have a mild orange tang. They're a staple in my picnic basket! -Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon

Ingredients

• Ingredients
• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups quick-cooking oats
• 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons grated orange peel
• 1 teaspoon ground Tone's® Ground Cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 2/3 cup golden raisins

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, water and vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, orange peel, cinnamon and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins (dough will be stiff).
Drop by level tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Yield: 4 dozen.