Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Wholesome whole wheat peanut butter and oatmeal cookies studded with plump, sweeet raisins and sunflower kernels.

Recipe Ingredients:

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup honey
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup sunflower kernels

Cooking Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl combine flours, baking powder, and oats. Mix well.
3. In another bowl, with an electric mixer at medium speed, beat brown sugar, butter, and peanut butter. Add honey, eggs, and vanilla. Stir in the flour mixture, raisins, and sunflower kernels.
4. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets, and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and transfer immediately to a cool flat surface.

Makes 3 dozen cookies.