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                                            Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 15  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    My mother used to bake these mouthwatering cookies for an after-school treat. Though it's been 55 years since I first found out about them, I still savor the smell that fills the house as these cookies bake. They stay moist and fresh for a long time, or the dough can be stored in the refrigerator for several days so you can bake as you need them.Dorothy Hawkins, Springhill, Florida Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                1/4 cup butter, softened  |  
                                                1 cup packed brown sugar  |  
                                                1 egg  |  
                                                1/2 cup quick-cooking oats  |  
                                                1/2 cup apple butter  |  
                                                1 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour  |  
                                                1/2 teaspoon baking soda  |  
                                                1/2 teaspoon baking powder  |  
                                                1/2 teaspoon salt  |  
                                                2 tablespoons milk  |  
                                                1/2 cup chopped nuts  |  
                                                1/2 cup raisins  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg, oats and apple butter. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture along with the milk; beat until blended. Stir in nuts and raisins. Cover and refrigerate until easy to handle. 2. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks. Yield: about 2-1/2 dozen.                              | 
                         
                         
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