Golden Raisin Spice Cookies
Warm, chewy, and perfectly spiced, these Golden Raisin Spice Cookies are a delightful treat that embodies the cozy flavors of fall and winter. Infused with aromatic cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves, each bite is a burst of fragrant sweetness balanced with the tender chew of golden raisins and a subtle crunch from optional chopped nuts. This easy-to-follow recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, making it ideal for holiday baking or any time you crave a homemade treat with comforting, classic flavors. Whether paired with a cup of tea or enjoyed on their own, these spice cookies are as inviting as they are delicious. Perfect for dessert lovers, holiday gatherings, or snack-time indulgence, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your cookie repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup golden raisins
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients from the medium bowl into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Fold in the golden raisins and, if using, the chopped pecans or walnuts.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.4 g | 253% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.5 g | 492% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 760 mg | 253% | |
| Sodium | 1868 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 520.6 g | 189% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.1 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 305.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.7 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 379 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 1996 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
