How to Make Grandma M's Raisin Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something special about the homemade cookies that come straight from your grandma's kitchen. The smell of butter and sugar, the comforting warmth of the oven, and the love that goes into every batch all contribute to that unique taste that just can't be replicated. And one of the most beloved recipes in my family is Grandma M's Raisin Cookies.

These cookies have been a staple in our household for as long as I can remember. Whether it's a special occasion, a holiday, or just a ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 teaspoons lemon extract
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups raisins

Information

  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 6 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat together all ingredients.
  • Drop by teaspoon on cookie sheets and flatten slightly with a fork.
  • Bake for 10 minutes or until brown at the edges. Be careful to not overbake. Cool and store in an airtight container.
  • Nutrition

    151 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 126mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 9mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 100mg