Old Fashioned Hermit Cookies
Old Fashioned Hermit Cookies are a delightful nostalgic treat that combines warm spices, chewy raisins, and crunchy nuts in a convenient bar form. These easy-to-make cookies offer a comforting bite that will remind you of cozy afternoons spent in the kitchen. Perfect for gatherings or as an afternoon pick-me-up, they are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup raisins (or dried cranberries)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until well combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in raisins and chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
- Spread batter in the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg