Sunflower seeds, oatmeal,
apples, raisins and dates all contribute to the wonderful texture
of these fruit-packed cookies. Why, they're almost good for you!
Apple-Raisin
Cookies
1 1/2 cups all-purpose
flour
1/2 cup shelled sunflower seeds
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
2 large eggs
1 cup quick cooking oatmeal
2 apples, cored and minced
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped dates
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Lightly grease baking
sheet; set aside.
Stir together flour, sunflower
seeds, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt;
set aside.
In a large bowl, beat
brown sugar with shortening until creamy. Beat in eggs until
well blended. Stir in flour mixture, then oatmeal, apples, raisins
and dates.
Drop by teaspoonfuls 2
inches apart onto prepared baking sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes
or until lightly browned. Remove to racks to cool.
