Hermit cookies are spiced bar cookies filled with nuts and raisins. They are chewy, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy snack or dessert.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
25min
Ingredients
24 Servings
- 280 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 200 g brown sugar
- 120 g chopped walnuts
- 1 egg
- 0.5 tsp ground allspice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp ground cloves
- 60 ml molasses
- 120 g raisins
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 115 g unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and salt.
Step 3
In a large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract and beat until combined.
Step 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Step 5
Stir in the raisins and walnuts.
Step 6
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan.
Step 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 8
Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.