SOFT GINGER PUFFS

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These spice cookies loaded with raisins and walnuts really do appeal to all generations-I found the recipe in a 1901 South Dakota cookbook! Sour cream adds a wonderful, unusual flair. -Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup molasses
1 cup sour cream
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon each ground allspice, cinnamon and nutmeg
1-1/2 cups raisins
1-1/2 cups chopped walnuts

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in molasses and sour cream. Combine the flour, ginger, baking soda, allspice, cinnamon and nutmeg; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins and walnuts. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 1 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until the edges begin to brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.