APPLE BUTTER COOKIES

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My mother used to bake these mouthwatering cookies for an after-school treat. Though it's been 55 years since I first found out about them, I still savor the smell that fills the house as these cookies bake. They stay moist and fresh for a long time, or the dough can be stored in the refrigerator for several days so you can bake as you need them.-Dorothy Hawkins, Springhill, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup apple butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons whole milk
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg, oats and apple butter. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture along with the milk; beat until blended. Stir in nuts and raisins. Cover and refrigerate until easy to handle. , Drop by teaspoonfuls onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.