Imagine biting into a soft, golden cookie that combines the natural sweetness of honey with the rich, chewy texture of raisins - a heavenly treat that promises to transport you to a world of pure comfort and deliciousness! These Raisin Honey Drop Cookies are not just another dessert; they're a nostalgic journey that will remind you of cozy afternoons and grandmother's loving kitchen. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, you'll create a batch of cookies so irresistible that they'll disappear faster than you can say "more please!"
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup raisins
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk the dry ingredients together until they are evenly mixed.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, honey, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the raisins using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Once all the dough is on the baking sheet, gently press down on each cookie to flatten them slightly.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown around the edges. The centers may look a little soft, but they will firm up as they cool.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, enjoy your delicious Raisin Honey Drop Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Room Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't Overmix: Mix ingredients just until combined to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Raisin Prep Hack: Lightly coat raisins in flour before adding to prevent them from sinking in the dough.
- Consistent Size: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to create uniform cookies that bake evenly.
- Cool Completely: Let cookies cool on the wire rack to develop their ideal texture and prevent crumbling.
- Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 19g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg
