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Pineapple Raisin Drops
Pineapple Raisin Drops are a soft, fruity cookie that combines the sweetness of raisins with the tang of crushed pineapple. Likely originating from mid-20th century American home baking, this recipe reflects a time when canned fruit was a pantry staple and creative cookie recipes became popular for church socials, school lunches, and afternoon coffee gatherings. These cookies are drop-style, meaning they’re quick to prepare, with a moist texture from the pineapple and a rich, caramelized sweetness from brown sugar and shortening. The addition of vanilla rounds out the flavor, making these treats a nostalgic taste of comfort baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course snacks
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup shortening
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ½ cup crushed pineapple (drained)
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Wet Mixture

  • Cream together shortening and brown sugar until smooth.
  • Beat in the egg and vanilla.

Step 2: Add Fruit

  • Stir in raisins and crushed pineapple.

Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 4: Combine Mixtures

  • Gradually add dry mixture to wet mixture, stirring until blended.

Step 5: Drop Cookies

  • Drop by spoonfuls onto a greased cookie sheet, spacing 1½ inches apart.

Step 6: Bake

  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–15 minutes, until lightly golden.
  • Cool on wire racks.

Tips

  • Drain pineapple very well to prevent a soggy dough.
  • Soak raisins briefly in warm water, then drain, for plumper texture.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for warm spice flavor.
  • Substitute part of the raisins with chopped nuts if desired.
  • Line sheet with parchment for easier cleanup and even browning.
  • Do not overbake, remove when edges are lightly golden for a softer cookie.
  • Chill dough 20 to 30 minutes if it feels too soft to drop neatly.
  • A small cookie scoop helps produce evenly sized cookies.
  • Glaze with simple vanilla icing after cooling for extra sweetness.
  • Store in an airtight container to keep cookies soft.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1.5gFat: 4.5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.7mg
Keyword Baking, cookies, drop cookies, family recipe, homemade, Pineapple, raisin, vintage
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