Children's Delight Cookies

This was a favorite of my 6 children. It is easy to make and if the batch is too large, the recipe is easily cut in half.

• Calories: 404 Calories

Ingredients

• 6 eggs
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups shortening
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 4 cups white sugar
• 8 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 cups raisins
• 2 cups water

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Boil water and raisins together for 5 minutes. Set aside.

Step 2

Cream sugar, shortening, eggs and vanilla until light. Pour in the warm raisin mixture, combining well. Stir in dry ingredients that have been combined and blend well.

Step 3

Drop by tablespoonful on a lightly oiled cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes.