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Vitam-R Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup Vitam-R syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup raisins

Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and Vitam-R syrup with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until well combined.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture and beat until just combined.
6. Stir in the oats and raisins.
7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
5. Temperature:
- 350°F (180°C)
Serving size:
- Makes about 24 cookies

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 140
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 11g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- You can use honey or maple syrup instead of Vitam-R syrup.
- You can use dried cranberries or chopped nuts instead of raisins.

Variations:
- You can add chocolate chips or shredded coconut to the dough.
- You can use different spices such as nutmeg or ginger.
- You can make a sandwich cookie by spreading cream cheese frosting between two cookies.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter is softened before beating it with the Vitam-R syrup.
- Don't overmix the dough or the cookies will be tough.
- You can chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Storage instructions:
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Reheating instructions:
- You can reheat the cookies in the microwave for a few seconds or in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
- You can stack the cookies on a plate or arrange them in a cookie jar.

Garnishes:
- You can sprinkle powdered sugar or cinnamon on top of the cookies.

Pairings:
- Serve the cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea.

Suggested side dishes:
- You can serve the cookies with fresh fruit or a salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cookies are too flat, try chilling the dough before baking.
- If the cookies are too dry, try adding more Vitam-R syrup or butter.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all surfaces before preparing the dough.
- Use pasteurized eggs to avoid the risk of salmonella.

Food history:
- Oatmeal raisin cookies are a classic American dessert that dates back to the early 1900s.

Flavor profiles:
- The cookies are sweet and chewy with a hint of cinnamon.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cookies as a snack or dessert.

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Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Chewy, Cinnamon, Raisin