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Rum and Raisin Shortbread

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I have never been a big raisin fan, but these are good anyways. And if you like raisins you’ll really like them!

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Rum and Raisin Shortbread

Joan Donogh
Shortbread cookies with rum soaked raisins.
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Prep Time 1 hr 30 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 1 hr 45 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup dark rum
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup icing sugar
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions
 

  • Soften butter to room temperature.
  • Combine raisins and rum in a small saucepan, and bring to boil (can also do in microwave). Remove from heat and let stand for about an hour. Drain.
  • Cream butter and sugar. Combine flour, salt, and baking powder, and blend into creamed mixture. Stir in drained raisins.
  • Chill dough if necessary. Roll out to 1/4 inch and cut out cookies with a cookie cutter. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 325 degrees F. for about 15 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Remove to a rack or plate to cool.

 

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