Mrs Jones Cookies Recipe

Transport yourself back to the 1930s with Mrs. Jones' legendary bar cookies! This treasured family recipe, passed down through generations, features a perfectly balanced blend of sweet cookie base and tangy lemon icing. The secret? Crisco! Don't substitute – it's key to that signature texture. This recipe uses seedless raisins (a nostalgic touch!), and the icing's powdered sugar is easily adjustable to your taste and lemon size. Get ready for a taste of history – and pure deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 144.9 kcal

Protein 2g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mrs Jones Cookies

1 cup seedless raisins
Water
1 cup Crisco, shortening
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Clove
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking soda
Egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 lemon, juiced
Powdered sugar (amount to taste, see instructions)

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How to Make Mrs Jones Cookies

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, cream together the Crisco and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Stir in the raisins.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the bars cool completely in the pan before frosting.
For the icing: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice, adding powdered sugar until you reach your desired consistency. Start with 1 cup of powdered sugar and add more as needed.
Spread the icing evenly over the cooled bars.
Cut into squares and enjoy!