hermits

(1 RATING)
72 Pinches
bridgewater, MA
Updated on Jun 7, 2012

Years ago a friend gave me this recipe.This is my husbands favorite.It's just as good or better than ones you buy at a bakery.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake
yield 10-12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 - egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cloves
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup nuts(optional)
  • 3-4 teaspoons water

How To Make hermits

  • Step 1
    Blend together in large bowl:1/2 cup oil,1 cup sugar,1/4 cup brown sugar,1 eggand 1/4 cup molasses
  • Step 2
    In a separate bowl: 3 cups flour,1/2 tsp.salt,1 1/2 tsp. baking soda,1 tsp.each of cinnamon,ginger,and cloves
  • Step 3
    Add to large bowl above ingredients plus:1 cup raisins,1 cup nuts,and 3-4 tbs.water.
  • Step 4
    Dough may be thick so mix with hands.Makes 3 long rolls.Place on ungreased sheet and flatten with palms.Brush withbeaten egg.
  • Step 5
    Bake @360 degrees for 12 min. Cut while warm.I sprinkle mine with sugar.

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Category: Cookies
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Flour

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