Soft Oatmeal Apricot Cookies |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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These cookies are a real attention-getter because of their spicy flavor. They are the perfect snack for a cool fall day. From The Best Of Country Cooking 1999 Ingredients:
1 cup shortening |
1 1/2 cups dark brown sugar, packed |
1/3 cup molasses |
3 eggs |
3 cups quick-cooking oats |
2 cups all-purpose flour |
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon |
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
1 teaspoon ground cloves |
1 teaspoon baking soda |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1 (6 ounce) package dried apricots, chopped |
Directions:
1. In a bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar. Beat in molasses. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Combine remaining ingredients; stir into batter. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
2. Shape into 1-in. balls and place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until browned. Yield: 7 dozen.
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