Poor Man's Cookies
Experience the nostalgic delight of "Poor Man's Cookies," a timeless, budget-friendly treat that proves simplicity can be truly delicious. Made without eggs or butter, these soft, chewy cookies rely on pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vegetable oil to create their magic. Infused with the warmth of ground cinnamon and the natural sweetness of simmered raisins, these cookies offer a comforting flavor reminiscent of simpler times. Ready in just over 20 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels and yields 24 irresistible cookies. Whether enjoyed with a steaming cup of tea or savored as an afternoon snack, "Poor Man's Cookies" are an economical and heartwarming way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Raisins
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the raisins and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer for 5 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool for 5 minutes.
Step 3
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
Step 4
Add the vegetable oil to the cooled raisin-water mixture, stirring to combine.
Step 5
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the cookies are lightly golden.
Step 8
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Enjoy your homemade Poor Man's Cookies with a cup of tea or coffee, or store them in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (907.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2805.4 |
| Total Fat 107.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2532.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 454.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 245.5g | |
| Protein 30.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 292.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1651.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories