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    You are here: Home / Cookie Recipes / Raisin Filled Cookies

    Raisin Filled Cookies

    Published: November 2, 2019. Last Updated: December 5, 2022 by: Ginny McMeans

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    Raisin Filled Cookies are actually old fashioned sandwich cookies. It's a cookie recipe that has been updated with a rich homemade jam filling. Anyone can be a baker with this delicious dessert and satisfying snack.

    Stack of cookies with one leaning against them with a bite taken out to show the jam filling.

    The recipe for these sweet baked treats is really my adaptation of the classic raisin filled cookie recipe. Did you know that this traditional cookie recipe has been around for over 50 years?

    I used to make them with just raisins but I got to thinking, 'what about jam?' Well, I created my own raisin filling.

    So the raisins got switched up for a RICH JAM filling. It really makes the raisin filled cookies extra unique and totally share-worthy!

    Baking has a special place in my heart. And not just because I love eating baked goods or that my kitchen always smells amazing afterward.

    That is a big part of it. I mean, who doesn’t enjoy a delicious cookie, scone, or cake now and then.

    Besides, baking is for sharing, and my family is definitely used to getting their fair share of baked goods.

    I guess you could say that I spoil them a bit. Or a lot.

    Piles of baked goods on a square plate. One cookie has a bit out of it.

    Raisin Filled Cookies Chef Tips

    I have made these cookies more than once. The photo below is the same cookie but with a few differences.

    Mostly it's the lighting and the shape of the cookie cutter. You can use a round cookie cutter or a cutter with a scalloped edge.

    As far as the recipes go the only thing that was changed is that the cookies in the photo below were made with white granulated sugar and the round cookies above used coconut sugar.

    Both are whole wheat flour cookies. Most of mine are, if not all.

    I just wanted to show you what you could do.

    Raisin Filled treats are stacked off balance with a bite out of one.

    Another great part of baking is ...well baking. There is somewhat of a science and math to it.

    It's all about the right amount of ingredients, the measurements, adding the right flavors and agents to make something rise.

    In my case, it also often entails turning classic baked goods into vegan delights.

    It is really kind of funny the way recipes come about.

    First, you get a recipe in your mind. Something you've seen or eaten or heard about and then you just let your mind wander.

    Switch this, omit that, wonder if that would work - all these thoughts. It really is a lot of fun.

    Looking down at jam filled cookies spread out on a cooling rack.

    How Do You Make Sandwich Cookies?

    • It's not hard at all. Just a few steps and everything goes together to make delicious unique cookies.
    • First comes the jam.
    • Add raisins and just three more ingredients. Cook for 2 minutes and then set aside to cool and thicken some more.
    • Easy and delicious!

    Two photos of making raisin filled cookies. One is the jam and the other is the dough.

    • In a large bowl, with a hand mixer, cream the shortening, flaxseed meal mixture and sugar until light and fluffy.
    • Mix in the remaining ingredients.
    • It will be a stiff dough. When you get close to the end of incorporating all of the ingredients, knead the dough a couple of times with your hand to make sure it is all blended.
    • Turn out on a lightly floured surface.
    • Roll out thin, about ⅛" to ¼" and then cut with a 2" cookie cutter.

    Two photos showing the processes rolling out sandwich cookies and cutting the dough.

    • You will be able to cut about 80 circles which will make 40 cookies.
    • Put the cookie rounds on a baking sheet about 2" apart because they will spread a bit.
    • Now take the cooked raisin filling and plop a good dab - about 1 ½ teaspoons in the center of each cookie.
    • Place another cookie circle on top of that. Bake at 375 degrees for 12 minutes.

    Raisin Filled Cookie Recipe Qualities

    The batter creates a crunchy and buttery cookie with an almost flaky, tender texture.

    They are sweetened just right with coconut sugar and have that nice hint of vanilla taste.

    The rich fruity jam filled in the center makes this an unforgettable sandwich cookie.

    These cute looking baked treats are delicious everyday cookies as well as being perfect for holidays or celebrating special occasions.

    Close-up of pyramid stack of cookies.

    A Great Variety of Vegan Cookies

    • Can you just imagine? Irish Cream Chocolate Cookies!
    • Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies are fat and delicious!

    Scalloped edged jam filled cookies with one leaning on a stack of three.

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    What Do You Think?

    If you take a photo of your wonderful jam sandwich cookies I would love to see it. Follow me over on Instagram and tag me on your photo @vegan_in_the_freezer.

    Your opinion means a lot to me and if you'd like to leave a comment and possibly a star rating I'd love to hear your thoughts.

    Raisin Filled Sandwich Cookies are actually an old fashioned cookie recipe.

    Raisin Filled Sandwich Cookies

    Ginny McMeans
    Raisin Filled Sandwich Cookies are actually an old fashioned cookie recipe that has been updated with a RICH JAM filling.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 12 mins
    Total Time 32 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Cookies
    Servings 40 Cookies
    Calories 77 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • Raisin Filled Sandwich Cookies

    For the Filling:

    • Make this first so it can cool while making your cookie batter.
    • 1 cup raisins - chopped
    • 1 cup coconut sugar
    • 1 teaspoon whole wheat flour
    • ½ cup boiling water

    For the Batter:

    • 1 tablespoon Flax Seed Meal and 3 tablespoons water
    • ½ cup shortening - vegan
    • 1 cup coconut sugar
    • 3-½ cups whole wheat flour - it is a stiff dough for rolling out
    • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ cup dairy free milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • Mix the flax seed meal and water together and set aside so it can gel a bit.
    • Grind the raisins in a food processor until pretty small pieces.

    For the filling:

    • In a saucepan bring the ½ cup water to a boil and add the raisins, sugar and flour.
    • Boil for 2 minutes.
    • Take off heat and set aside to cool.

    For the batter:

    • In a large bowl, with a hand mixer, cream the shortening, flax seed meal mixture and sugar until light and fluffy. About 5 minutes.
    • In a separate bowl mix together the flour, cream of tartar, baking powder and salt.
    • Add this to the large bowl with the sugar mixture along with the milk.
    • Add vanilla and mix all together.
    • It will be a stiff dough. When you get close to the end knead a couple of times with your hand to make sure it is all blended.
    • Turn out on a lightly floured surface. Roll out thin, about ⅛" to ¼".
    • Cut cookie circles with a cutter that is about 2" in diameter.
    • After you cut the circles you will need to gather the leftover dough and re-roll again - and so on and so on until all the dough is used.
    • You will be able to cut about 80 circles which will make 40 cookies.
    • Put the cookie rounds on a baking sheet about 2" apart because they will spread a bit.
    • Now take the cooked raisin filling and plop a good dab - about 1 ½ teaspoons on the center of each cookie.
    • Place another cookie circle on top of that. You can press down a little bit but not so the filling is pressed to the edge. You want the filling to keep inside the cookie edge.
    • Bake at 375 degrees for 12 minutes. Remove to a wire rack to cool.
    • Store in an airtight container.

    Notes

    You can freeze them also if you made them in advance for a special occasion.
    IF FREEZING:
    Package in rigid sided containers as defined in my article How to Prepare Food for the Freezer
    TO PREPARE AFTER FREEZING:
    Remove from the freezer and just set out. They defrost in no time.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2CookiesCalories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 13gFat: 2gSodium: 33mgPotassium: 86mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 0.3mg
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    1. Ginny McMeans

      August 04, 2017 at 8:45 am

      Thank you so much Jill! I think this recipe gets overlooked sometimes but it is one of the best cookies! 🙂

    2. Robin Hamilton @Wellness Wires

      September 20, 2018 at 1:48 am

      5 stars
      Gorgeous pictures. I made these raisins filled sandwich cookies for the super bowl party and it was a crowd favorite. I'm also gonna pin this post on my Pinterest board my followers will love it.

    3. Paul

      October 24, 2019 at 9:52 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks for these raisin filled sandwich cookies. I am so excited to make these and they look so pretty and healthy.

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