NEW YEAR'S COOKIES

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Wonderful homemade doughnut taste from my Mennonite mother-in-law. It is an all morning project but very worth the time and effort!

Provided by LYNETTEDS

Categories     Desserts     Cookies

Time 2h40m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 (.25 ounce) envelope active dry yeast
¼ cup warm water
1 ½ cups warm milk
3 egg, lightly beaten
1 ½ cups raisins
1 quart oil for frying
1 teaspoon melted butter
1 teaspoon warm water
1 cup confectioners' sugar
¾ teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon heavy cream
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, and nutmeg. Dissolve the yeast in warm water. Stir the yeast mixture, milk, and eggs into the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in the raisins. Cover and let rise for about 2 hours.
  • Heat the oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • To prepare the glaze, mix the melted butter and 1 teaspoon warm water in a small bowl. Stir in the confectioners' sugar, cornstarch, cream, and vanilla.
  • Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons into the hot oil. Cook 2 to 5 minutes, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and cool slightly. Dip each cookie into the glaze and set aside to completely cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 65.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

Samuel Charles
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These cookies are the perfect way to celebrate the New Year.


Durgapur T
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I made these cookies for a cookie exchange and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about them.


Dinesh Yonjan tamang
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These cookies are a little bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth it. They're so delicious!


lokman lokman
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I love the combination of chocolate and mint in these cookies. It's a perfect balance of flavors.


Immane
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover candy canes.


Saviour Chika
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I've never been a big fan of New Year's cookies, but these ones changed my mind. They're so good!


Faith Mwangi
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These cookies are so addictive. I can't stop eating them!


Motshidisi Lekhehle
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I made these cookies for my work potluck and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved them!


Jeremy Schultz
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. They're great for Christmas, New Year's, or just because.


Camila Barrios
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I've been making these cookies for years and they're always a hit. They're a classic for a reason.


Digital Sound System
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These cookies are delicious and beautiful. They're sure to impress your guests.


Debbie Wass
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I made these cookies with my family and we had a great time. It's a great way to bond with the people you love.


samir islam
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These cookies are nice and festive. They're perfect for a New Year's party.


Bhawana Chand
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I love that these cookies can be made ahead of time. It's one less thing to worry about on New Year's Eve.


Ognjen Pejovic
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These cookies are so easy to make. Even my kids were able to help me.


Iddrisu Abdul Mumin
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I've tried many New Year's cookie recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. The combination of flavors is perfect.


Terri Gearheart Wyllie
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I made these cookies for my New Year's party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


Imran Shaukat
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These cookies were delicious! They were soft and chewy, with the perfect amount of sweetness. A real crowd-pleaser.