CRANBERRY CRISPS

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I developed this recipe after sampling a similar cookie while traveling in North Carolina. These pretty cookies keep well in the freezer, so I always have some on hand for midday munching.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 cup butter-flavored shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1-1/3 cups dried cranberries
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the cranberries and walnuts. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.