Homemade Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Easy

Add to creamed mixture stirring just until combined.

Homemade oatmeal raisin cookies easy. The origins of the oatmeal raisin cookie can be traced back to scottish oat cakes that were eaten when extra bursts of energy were needed. Transfer the cooled cookies to airtight containers and freeze them for up to twelve months. In a large bowl cream the shortening and sugars until light and fluffy.

Stir in the oats raisins and pecans if desired. Drain reserving the liquid. Stir together flour baking soda cinnamon and salt.

Pour 50ml 2fl oz boiling water over the raisins and leave to soak for 20 mins until plump. Meanwhile in a large bowl mix together the oil and sugar. Combine the flour baking soda salt and cinnamon.

Beat in the eggs and vanilla until fluffy. Stir in oats and raisins. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.

Gradually beat in the egg along with the reserved water from the raisins the cinnamon and vanilla extract. Gradually beat into butter mixture.