Raisin Puffs Recipe

These irresistible Raisin Puffs are a holiday baking must-have! Inspired by Paula Deen, this recipe creates melt-in-your-mouth cookies that are surprisingly easy to make. Perfectly puffed and delicately sweet, these little gems are perfect for holiday trays or any occasion. Feel free to experiment with other dried fruits like cherries or cranberries for a delightful twist. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 1258.2 kcal
Protein 24g
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Ingredients for Raisin Puffs

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How to Make Raisin Puffs

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup raisins and ¾ cup water. Simmer gently for 5 minutes, or until raisins are plump and have absorbed most of the water. Drain well.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract using an electric mixer on low speed until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing with a spoon until just combined. The dough will be crumbly.
  7. Gently incorporate the drained raisins into the dough.
  8. Roll 1 tablespoon of dough into walnut-sized balls.
  9. Roll the balls in granulated sugar.
  10. Place the sugared balls 1 ½ inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  11. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly browned and puffed.
  12. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  13. Store in an airtight container. These cookies are delicate, so handle with care.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

473g

Fat

146g

Carbs

68g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Raisin Puffs?

Raisin Puffs takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Raisin Puffs?

Raisin Puffs has approximately 1258.2 calories per serving, with about 24 g protein, 68 g carbohydrates and 72 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Raisin Puffs?

The key ingredients for Raisin Puffs are Raisins, Sugar, Butter, Vanilla, All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda. See the full list with measurements above.

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