Hermits(Portuguese)

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: Portuguese

Hermits are chewy, spiced cookies filled with raisins and nuts, offering warm flavors of cinnamon and cloves. Perfect for tea or coffee, they appeal to those who enjoy rich, nostalgic baked treats with a hint of sweetness and spice, making them a delightful addition to any cookie platter.

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. raisins
  • 2 c. flour
  • 1/3 c. shortening
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 c. chopped nuts
  • 1/2 tsp. cloves and cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar, eggs, milk, raisins, flour, shortening, baking soda, chopped nuts, and spices in a mixing bowl.
  2. Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto a buttered baking sheet.
  3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

854 kcal 43% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.3g 21% DV
Total Fat 43.9g 56% DV
Carbs 109.3g 40% DV
Fiber 3.3g 12% DV
Sugar 34.3g 69% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 7075.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 676.5mg 14% DV
Cholesterol 67.3mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 63.5mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13.7mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 241.3mg 19% DV
Iron 4.4mg 24% DV

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

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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