Grandma's Hermits

Take a nostalgic bite of comfort with Grandma's Hermits, the ultimate old-fashioned cookie recipe packed with warm spices and rich molasses flavor. These soft, chewy cookies are studded with juicy raisins and optional crunchy walnuts, making them a perfect treat for cozy afternoons or holiday gatherings. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, these aromatic cookies come together quickly, filling your kitchen with the delightful scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or saved for a rainy day, Grandma's Hermits are a timeless classic that will transport you back to simpler times. Perfect for homemade cookie enthusiasts searching for a recipe steeped in tradition!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Brown sugar (packed)
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Molasses
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the molasses until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the raisins and walnuts (if using) with a spatula to evenly distribute them throughout the dough.

Step 7

Drop spoonfuls of dough (about 1 1/2 tablespoons each) onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly soft. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft.

Step 9

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1084.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3896.0

Total Fat 101.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 496mg	0%
Sodium 2762.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 721.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 456.6g
Protein 59.1g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 806.5mg	0%
Iron 30.4mg	0%
Potassium 4586.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.7%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 71.4%