Pumpkin Raisin Cookies Delight

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Pumpkin Raisin Cookies Delight.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) and giving your cookie sheets a light greasing to ensure those delicious treats don’t stick.

2. Step 2

   In a medium mixing bowl, combine shortening and brown sugar, creaming them together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

3. Step 3

   Next, add in an egg and a splash of vanilla extract, mixing until everything is fluffy and delightful.

4. Step 4

   Now, it’s time to introduce the star of the show—pumpkin purée! Stir it in until it’s well blended with the other ingredients.

5. Step 5

   In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and ground cinnamon.

6. Step 6

   Gradually fold this dry mixture into your pumpkin blend, stirring gently until just combined.

7. Step 7

   To add a little texture and flavor, fold in some plump raisins and crunchy chopped walnuts.

8. Step 8

   With your cookie dough ready, drop generous spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets, making sure to leave about 2 inches of space between each dollop.

9. Step 9

   Pop those sheets into your preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are beautifully golden brown.

10. Step 10

    Once they’re done, take them out and let them cool slightly on the sheets—this is the hardest part, but the aroma will keep you motivated! While your cookies are cooling, whip up a simple spice glaze by mixing confectioners' sugar with 2 tablespoons of warm water until it’s smooth and glossy.

11. Step 11

    Stir in half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon for that extra kick.

12. Step 12

    If your glaze feels a bit thick, just add a splash more water until it reaches the perfect consistency.

13. Step 13

    Once your cookies have cooled a bit, brush them with the warm spice glaze, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.

14. Step 14

    Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and the warm, inviting scent that fills your kitchen—these cookies are sure to be a hit!.