Raisin Filled Cookies Zcmi Recipe
Transport your taste buds back in time with this Raisin Filled Cookies ZCMI Recipe, a nostalgic treat inspired by the iconic department store bakery. These soft, buttery cookies are crafted from a tender dough infused with vanilla and a hint of milk, then sandwiched around a gooey, spiced raisin filling made with brown sugar, lemon juice, and just the right amount of cornstarch for a luscious texture. Perfectly golden and irresistibly sweet, these homemade cookies are a labor of love, starting with a chilled dough and ending with beautifully crimped edges for a charming, rustic touch. Whether you're recreating cherished memories or indulging in vintage flavors for the first time, these cookies make a delightful dessert or afternoon snack. Bake a batch today and savor the comforting warmth of this timeless classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Milk
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1.5 cups Raisins
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and milk.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
To prepare the filling, combine the raisins, brown sugar, and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Dissolve the cornstarch in 1 tablespoon of water, then stir it into the simmering raisin mixture. Cook until thickened, about 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Let the filling cool completely.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut out circles using a cookie cutter (approximately 3 inches in diameter).
Place half the circles on the prepared baking sheets and spoon about 1 teaspoon of the raisin filling in the center of each.
Top with another circle of dough, pressing the edges together to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.3 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 36 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 151 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 112 mg | 2% | |
*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.
