These prune and raisin filled cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and slightly tangy flavors. The soft and chewy cookie filled with a sticky prune and raisin mixture is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. Enjoy these cookies with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped prunes
- 1 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
- In a saucepan, combine chopped prunes, raisins, sugar, and water. Cook over low heat until the mixture thickens. Let it cool.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. Add egg and vanilla extract, mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Drop dough by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Make an indentation in the center of each cookie and fill it with the prune and raisin mixture.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
Prunes are a good source of dietary fiber and antioxidants.
Raisins are natural sweeteners and are packed with energy-boosting nutrients like iron and potassium.