Gumdrop Hermits

Prep: 15 min Cook: 13 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: American

Gumdrop Hermits are soft, spiced cookies dotted with colorful gumdrops, offering a delightful combination of sweetness and warmth, perfect for festive gatherings or afternoon treats.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup gumdrops
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 well beaten egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cut gumdrops into small pieces, totaling 1 cup.
  3. Cream shortening; gradually add sugar and beat until fluffy.
  4. Sift dry ingredients together; add alternately with milk and beaten egg.
  5. Add gumdrops and vanilla to the batter.
  6. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto a greased cookie sheet, about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 12 to 14 minutes or until golden brown on bottom.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

839 kcal 42% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.6g 15% DV
Total Fat 36.3g 47% DV
Carbs 110.7g 40% DV
Fiber 2.3g 8% DV
Sugar 35.9g 72% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12581.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 357.8mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 67.3mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13.1mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1693.5mg 100% DV
Iron 6.6mg 37% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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