Hermit Cookies

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup raisins

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and salt; set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time. Gradually stir in flour mixture until blended. Mix in raisins.
4. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
5. Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Hermit Cookies are a classic New England treat that dates back to the 19th century.
• The name “Hermit” comes from the fact that the cookies were made to last a long time, so they could be enjoyed on long trips or journeys.
• The cookie is slightly cake-like, with a moist and chewy texture.