Maple Raisin Cookies

Maple Raisin Cookies

2 1/4 c All-purpose flour 1 c Granulated sugar 3/4 c Butter; softened 3/4 c Applesauce 1   Egg 1 ts Pumpkin pie spice 1/2 ts Baking soda 1/2 ts Salt 1 c Raisins 1/2 c Walnuts; chopped Frosting: 4 c Powdered sugar 1/2 c Butter; softened 3 tb Milk; to 4 tablespoons 1/2 ts Maple extract Raisins Preheat oven to 375 degrees; grease cookie sheets. In a large mixer bowl, combine the flour, sugar, butter,applesauce, egg, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda and salt. Beat on low speed, scraping the bowl often, for 2 to  3 minutes until well mixed. Stir in the raisins and nuts. Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto the cookie sheets. Bake for 10 to  12 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove from the pans immediately; cool completely. For the frosting, combine the powdered sugar, butter, milk and maple extract in a small mixer bowl. Beat on medium speed, scraping the bowl often, for 3 to 4 minutes until light and fluffy. Spread over the cooled cookies. Place 2 raisins in the center of each cookie.

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