Holiday Gumdrop Cookies

• spice gumdrops1 1⁄2 cups

  omit the black ones

• chopped walnuts3⁄4 cup
• golden raisin↗1⁄2 cup
• flour↗1 3⁄4 cups

  divided

• packed brown sugar1 cup
• shortening↗1⁄2 cup
• egg↗1
• buttermilk↗1⁄4 cup
• baking soda↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cut gumdrops into small pieces and put in bowl.

2. 2

   Add walnuts and raisins and 1/4 cup flour, toss to coat. Set aside.

3. 3

   Cream the brown sugar and shortening in mixing bowl; stir in egg and buttermilk.

4. 4

   Combine baking soda, salt and remaining flour; stir into creamed mixture.

5. 5

   Add gumdrop mixture and mix well.

6. 6

   Chill for 1 hour.

7. 7

   Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.

8. 8

   Bake at 400°F for 8-10 minutes.

9. 9

   Cool for 2 minutes on sheets and then remove to wire racks to cool completely.