Best 6 Old Fashion Rum Raisin Cookies Recipes

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In the realm of treasured family recipes, few evoke a more nostalgic charm than old-fashioned rum raisin cookies. These delectable treats, with their chewy texture, sweet rum flavor, and plump raisins, have been delighting generations with their comforting warmth and flavors. Whether enjoyed as a holiday tradition, a special occasion indulgence, or simply as a sweet treat to brighten up an ordinary day, these cookies hold a special place in the hearts of cookie enthusiasts everywhere. Embark on a delightful culinary journey as we explore the enduring appeal of these old-fashioned gems and discover the secrets to creating the perfect batch of rum raisin cookies.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

RUM RAISIN COOKIES



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Make and share this Rum Raisin Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 54m

Yield 4 1/2 dozen cookies, about

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons rum extract
1 1/2 cups raisins
2 cups sifted powdered sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 1/2 teaspoons rum extract, divided
2 -3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°; position oven rack in middle of oven; spray cookie sheets with nonstick cookie spray.
  • In a mixing bowl, add half the cake mix along with the nutmeg, oil, eggs, and rum extract; blend with an electric mixer on med-high for 1-2 minutes, until blended and smooth.
  • Stir in remaining cake mix and raisins with a wooden spoon until all dry ingredients are moistened.
  • Drop dough by teaspoonfuls, 2 inches apart, on cookie sheets.
  • Bake 9-12 minutes or until set at edges and just barely set at center when lightly touched.
  • Cool 1 minute on cookie sheet; transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  • Icing: in a bowl, combine the powdered sugar, butter, and rum (add rum extract ½ teaspoon at a time and taste).
  • Add just enough milk to make icing of spreading consistency.
  • Drizzle icing over cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1272.1, Fat 47.8, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 139.9, Sodium 977.3, Carbohydrate 205.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 147.8, Protein 10.9

RUM RAISINS COOKIES RECIPE



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This Rum Raisins Cookies Recipe comes from Romania. The cookies are flavored with rum, are very easy to make, and taste delicious. Serve them next to a cup of your favorite tea or coffee and enjoy an old recipe that is very traditional in Romania.

Provided by The Bossy Kitchen

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h22m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 eggs
2 cups of powdered sugar
2 sticks of unsalted butter room temperature
2 cups of all purpose flour
1 cup raisins
1 tablespoon rum flavor(or 2 tablespoon real rum)

Steps:

  • Cream the butter with the powder sugar until smooth.
  • Incorporate the eggs one by one.
  • Add the flour gradually.
  • Add the raisins and the rum flavor to the batter. Mix to incorporate all ingredients.
  • Refrigerate the dough for an hour, in the same bowl you mixed it. The dough will be soft initially, but it will be easy to scoop into small balls after refrigeration.
  • Preheat the oven to 350F.
  • Cover a cookie sheet with parchment paper and drop with the spoon small balls of batter, leaving 1-2 inches distance between them. Cookies will spread a lot.
  • Bake the cookies in the oven for no more than 10-12 mins. Keep an eye on them, as they should be in the oven only until they become lightly golden brown at the edges.
  • Leave them on the cookie sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 38 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 6 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 10 milligrams sodium, Sugar 10 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

OLD-FASHION RUM RAISIN COOKIES



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Make and share this Old-Fashion Rum Raisin Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vicki in CT

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 39m

Yield 30 cookies, 15-30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup raisins
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup rum
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened
1 egg
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat raisins, water and rum to boiling in 1-quart saucepan; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 20 to 30 minutes or until raisins are plump and liquid has evaporated. Cool raisins 30 minutes.
  • Heat oven to 375º. Beat sugar and butter in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed about 3 minutes or until fluffy, or mix with spoon. Beat in egg. Stir in remaining ingredients. Stir in raisins.
  • Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until light brown. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack.

OLD FASHIONED OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES



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Cookies like Grandma used to make. The secret is boiling the raisins to plump them up, which adds a great dimension to the wonderful spicy taste of this soft cookie. These are real special!

Provided by Marie

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 30m

Yield 6 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup seedless raisin
1 cup water
3/4 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon clove
2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Simmer raisins and water in saucepan over low heat until plump for 20 minutes.
  • Drain raisin liquid into measuring cup.
  • Add water to make 1/2 cup.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Cream shortening, sugar, eggs and vanilla.
  • Stir in raisin liquid.
  • Measure flour and combine with, baking powder, baking soda, salt and spices.
  • Stir into creamed mixture.
  • Add oats, nuts and raisins.
  • Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2" apart onto ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10 minutes.

OLD-FASHIONED RAISIN-FILLED COOKIES



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Lovely on a cookie platter - gone first, you'll see. Truly old-fashioned delicious flavor. From the Old Farmer's Almanac recipes.

Provided by Busters friend

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups raisins, chopped
2/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup sugar
1 cup butter
1 egg, beaten
3 cups sifted flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Filling:.
  • Cook raisins with sugar and water for 10 to 15 minutes, or until thick, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and add lemon juice and butter.
  • Let cool while preparing dough.
  • Cookie Dough:.
  • Cream sugar and butter; add egg and mix well.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, and salt, and add alternately to sugar mixture with milk and vanilla extract.
  • Roll out a portion of the dough to 1/8-inch thickness and cut into rounds with a biscuit cutter.
  • Place a teaspoonful of filling on the center of a round, then cover with another round and press edges together.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F until golden brown (10 to 15 minutes).

OLD FASHIONED RAISIN COOKIES (ACADIAN)



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While many Acadians settled into what is now Lousiana, others settled into parts of Canada influencing the cuilinary traditions of that nation. This 100 year old recipe is a family fovorite from the kitchen of Darlene Dorey and found on the Internet. I love raisn cookies and this one truely looks a winner. The original posting did not offer cooking times or yield, but I'm estimating for this untried recipe based on baking experience. Once tested, I will modify.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 30m

Yield 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups brown sugar
1 cup raisins
1 cup butter, softened to room temperature
4 1/2 cups flour
3 eggs
6 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vanilla

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the ingredients together in the order given.
  • Drop by heaping teaspoon onto greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake in 350°F oven until lightly brown, about 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.2, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 22.5, Sodium 137.7, Carbohydrate 20.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 10.8, Protein 1.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the cookies will be. Use real butter, not margarine, and use good quality rum and raisins.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough. Mix the dough just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies to spread less and keep their shape.
  • Bake the cookies at the right temperature. The cookies should be baked at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown around the edges.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them to keep their shape and texture.

Conclusion:

These old-fashioned rum raisin cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a holiday party to a casual get-together. With their chewy texture, sweet flavor, and boozy aroma, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a classic cookie recipe, give these rum raisin cookies a try. You won't be disappointed.

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