Description

These heritage-inspired Rum Raisin Cookies feature a soft, spiced molasses dough stuffed with a thick, boozy raisin filling. They offer a perfect balance of old-fashioned warmth and modern preparation techniques for a truly sophisticated treat.

Ingredients

1 cup raisins
1/2 cup dark or spiced rum
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup salted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons molasses
1 large egg
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon arrowroot starch
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 cup white sugar, for rolling

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Instructions

Place raisins in a clean jar, cover with rum, and soak overnight or while prepping the other ingredients.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and salt until well combined.
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar on high speed for at least 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
Beat in the molasses, followed by the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is uniform and smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed, then cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours.
In a small saucepan, melt a tablespoon of butter with the honey; stir in the arrowroot and lemon juice mixture, then add the raisins and rum liquid and simmer until thickened.
Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper; scoop 2.5 tablespoons of dough, split in half, and place a teaspoon of cooled raisin filling inside.
Seal the dough around the filling, roll into an egg shape, coat in white sugar, and bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set.

Notes

To ensure the cookies do not leak during baking, allow the thickened raisin filling to cool completely to room temperature before stuffing the dough. Using a high-quality dark molasses will provide a deeper color and a more robust flavor that perfectly complements the spiced rum core.

Prep Time: 2 hours 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American