Maple-Oatmeal Drops

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350.
2. 2
   Lightly grease a cookie sheet; set aside.
3. 3
   In a large mixing bowl beat shortening with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds.
4. 4
   Beat in half of the flour.
5. 5
   Add maple syrup, egg, milk, baking powder, and salt.
6. 6
   Beat until combined, scraping sides of bowl occasionally.
7. 7
   Stir in remaining flour and the oats.
8. 8
   Stir in raisins and nuts (dough will be soft).
9. 9
   Drop dough by heaping teaspoons 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Bake about 13 minutes or until edges are light brown.
11. 11
    Let stand for 1 minute on cookie sheet.
12. 12
    Transfer to a wire rack and let cool.
13. 13
    Store-layer cookies between waxed paper in an airtight container; cover.
14. 14
    Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.