Yield: Makes 3 dozen.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1 tsp. ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 3/4 cup cold brewed coffee
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- Optional: 1/2 cup raisins
Directions:
- In a large bowl, blend together shortening and sugar. Add egg and vanilla; stir well. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices and salt; mix well. Slowly stir in coffee. Fold in nuts and raisins (if using).
- Drop by tablespoonfuls onto well greased baking sheets.
- Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes. Cool on wire racks.
