Enjoy the classic American taste with Helen's Raisin Drop Cookies. These soft and chewy cookies are packed with plump raisins, hints of cinnamon, and a subtle vanilla flavor. Perfect for a quick snack or to satisfy your sweet cravings, these cookies are simple to make and guaranteed to please everyone. Prepare a batch today and indulge in the rich flavors of these homemade treats!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 cups raisins
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring they are fully incorporated.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the raisins and chopped walnuts, if desired, until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy!
