GOLDEN RAISIN OATMEAL COOKIES

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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

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups quick-cooking oats
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2/3 cup golden raisins

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, water and vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, orange zest, 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.