{"id":439364,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:26","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=439364"},"modified":"2026-01-11T06:59:56","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T23:59:56","slug":"christmas-recipes-with-raisins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-recipes-with-raisins\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Easy Christmas Recipes with Raisins That Will Delight Your Family and Friends!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas is a time for warmth, love, and of course, delicious food that brings everyone together. Imagine the aroma of baked treats wafting through your home, creating an inviting atmosphere that feels just like the holidays. If you\u2019re looking to sprinkle some joy into your celebrations, these easy recipes featuring raisins are sure to be a hit with your family and friends!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-recipes-with-raisins\/#Spiced_Raisin_Cookies\" >Spiced Raisin Cookies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-recipes-with-raisins\/#Raisin_and_Walnut_Stuffed_Apples\" >Raisin and Walnut Stuffed Apples<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-recipes-with-raisins\/#Raisin_Bread_Pudding\" >Raisin Bread Pudding<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spiced_Raisin_Cookies\"><\/span>Spiced Raisin Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/4110538\/pexels-photo-4110538.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Spiced Raisin Cookies\" title=\"Spiced Raisin Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Polina Tankilevitch on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/photo-of-cookies-on-cooking-tray-4110538\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:CadetBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/beths-spicy-oatmeal-raisin-cookies-1760530938.jpg\" alt=\"Beth&#039;s Spicy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/10497\/beths-spicy-oatmeal-raisin-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Beth&#039;s Spicy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (5290 reviews). Total Time: 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BlanchedAlmond\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/grandma-ms-soft-raisin-spice-cookies-1760530938.jpg\" alt=\"Grandma M&#039;s Soft Raisin Spice Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.food.com\/recipe\/grandma-ms-soft-raisin-spice-cookies-205069\" target=\"_blank\">Grandma M&#039;s Soft Raisin Spice Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Food.com<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4 (5 reviews). Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PapayaWhip\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/soft-chewy-raisin-spice-cookies-1760530938.jpg\" alt=\"Soft Chewy Raisin Spice Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockrecipes.com\/soft-and-chewy-raisin-spice-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Soft Chewy Raisin Spice Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Rock Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 27 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These spiced raisin cookies are like little bites of Christmas magic! They\u2019re soft, chewy, and packed with warm flavors that dance on your taste buds, making them the perfect treat for holiday gatherings.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>2 teaspoons vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>2 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon nutmeg<\/li>\n<li>1 cup raisins<\/li>\n<li>1 cup chopped nuts (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The combination of cinnamon and nutmeg in these cookies evokes the essence of Christmas, while the raisins add a delightful sweetness and chewiness. Baking these cookies fills your kitchen with a cozy aroma that will have everyone gathered around, eagerly waiting for a taste. Plus, they\u2019re super easy to make\u2014just mix, scoop, and bake. These cookies also make for a lovely gift when placed in a decorative tin, spreading Christmas cheer beyond your home!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/raisin-spiced-cookies-1760530955.jpg\" alt=\"Raisin Spiced Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=SzrXAn_-8wE\" target=\"_blank\">Raisin Spiced Cookies<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/the-perfect-fall-cookie-spiced-oatmeal-raisin-cookies-1760530955.jpg\" alt=\"The Perfect Fall Cookie - Spiced Oatmeal Raisin Cookies ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=w2q0x1OmZC4\" target=\"_blank\">The Perfect Fall Cookie &#8211; Spiced Oatmeal Raisin Cookies &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/giada-de-laurentiis-spiced-pumpkin-raisin-cookies-giada-1760530955.jpg\" alt=\"Giada De Laurentiis&#039; Spiced Pumpkin-Raisin Cookies | Giada ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=yh4L5nUJy4A\" target=\"_blank\">Giada De Laurentiis&#039; Spiced Pumpkin-Raisin Cookies | Giada &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Raisin_and_Walnut_Stuffed_Apples\"><\/span>Raisin and Walnut Stuffed Apples<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6210952\/pexels-photo-6210952.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Raisin and Walnut Stuffed Apples\" title=\"Raisin and Walnut Stuffed Apples\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Tim Douglas on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/crop-cook-getting-out-tasty-filled-baked-apples-of-oven-6210952\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:CadetBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/baked-stuffed-apples-1760530942.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Stuffed Apples\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/foxeslovelemons.com\/walnut-stuffed-baked-apples\/\" target=\"_blank\">Baked Stuffed Apples<\/a><\/strong> from Foxes Love Lemons<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (35 reviews). Total Time: 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:IndianRed\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/baked-apples-with-raisins-and-walnut-filling-1760530943.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Apples with Raisins and Walnut Filling\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.melissas.com\/blogs\/dessert\/baked-apples-with-raisins-and-walnut-filling\" target=\"_blank\">Baked Apples with Raisins and Walnut Filling<\/a><\/strong> from Melissas Produce<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1 reviews). Total Time: 1 h 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Linen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/baked-apples-with-caramelized-raisins-nuts-spice-amaretto-1760530943.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Apples with Caramelized Raisins, Nuts, Spice &amp; Amaretto\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/treksandbites.com\/baked-apples-with-caramelized-raisins-nuts-spice-amaretto\/\" target=\"_blank\">Baked Apples with Caramelized Raisins, Nuts, Spice &amp; Amaretto<\/a><\/strong> from Treks &amp; Bites<\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine biting into a warm, juicy apple that\u2019s been stuffed with a delicious filling of raisins and walnuts! This dish combines the natural sweetness of apples with a crunchy, spiced topping, creating a delightful harmony of flavors that\u2019s perfect for the holiday season.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>4 medium-sized apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup raisins<\/li>\n<li>1 cup walnuts, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon butter<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These stuffed apples not only taste amazing but also look stunning when served, making them a beautiful centerpiece for your holiday table. The combination of tart apples with the sweet and nutty filling creates a mouthwatering experience that is simply irresistible. You can even serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat! This recipe is a wonderful way to incorporate healthy ingredients while still indulging in the festive spirit.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/baked-apples-with-cinnamon-walnuts-raisins-and-honey-1760530958.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Apples with Cinnamon, Walnuts, Raisins and Honey ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=OXf08e6wOrA\" target=\"_blank\">Baked Apples with Cinnamon, Walnuts, Raisins and Honey &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/stuffed-baked-apples-with-walnuts-raisins-and-cranberries-1760530958.jpg\" alt=\"Stuffed Baked Apples with Walnuts, Raisins, and Cranberries\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=5P5Y7TYykzA\" target=\"_blank\">Stuffed Baked Apples with Walnuts, Raisins, and Cranberries<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/goat-cheese-stuffed-baked-apples-emeril-lagasse-1760530958.jpg\" alt=\"Goat Cheese Stuffed Baked Apples | Emeril Lagasse\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pUq5_CDwm2A\" target=\"_blank\">Goat Cheese Stuffed Baked Apples | Emeril Lagasse<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Raisin_Bread_Pudding\"><\/span>Raisin Bread Pudding<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/8745292\/pexels-photo-8745292.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Raisin Bread Pudding\" title=\"Raisin Bread Pudding\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by AMANDA LIM on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/person-holding-stainless-steel-spoon-with-white-cream-8745292\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Lime\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/bread-pudding-1760530949.jpg\" alt=\"Bread Pudding\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/7177\/bread-pudding-ii\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bread Pudding<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (44 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Sienna\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cinnamon-raisin-bread-pudding-1760530949.jpg\" alt=\"Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bellyfull.net\/cinnamon-raisin-bread-pudding\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding<\/a><\/strong> from Belly Full<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (17 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr 5 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Chocolate\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/bread-pudding-with-raisins-1760530950.jpg\" alt=\"Bread Pudding with Raisins\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.food.com\/recipe\/bread-pudding-125799\" target=\"_blank\">Bread Pudding with Raisins<\/a><\/strong> from Food.com<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (19 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This creamy, comforting raisin bread pudding is truly a holiday classic! With its rich custard and fluffy bread, it\u2019s like a warm hug on a cold winter\u2019s night, making it a perfect dessert for your Christmas festivities.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>4 cups of day-old bread, cubed<\/li>\n<li>1 cup raisins<\/li>\n<li>2 cups milk<\/li>\n<li>3 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>3\/4 cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon nutmeg<\/li>\n<\/li>\n<li>Butter for greasing the baking dish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This bread pudding is special because it transforms simple ingredients into something extraordinary, with the raisins adding a burst of sweetness in every bite. It&#8217;s an excellent way to use leftover bread, and it can be easily prepared ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy more time with your loved ones. Drizzle some warm caramel sauce or a scoop of whipped cream on top, and you\u2019ve got a dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds. Trust me, once you try this recipe, it will become a staple at every holiday gathering!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unwrap the joy of the holiday season with three delightful Christmas recipes featuring raisins that are sure to impress your family and friends, making your celebrations even sweeter!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":446256,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3626],"tags":[7803],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-439364","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-christmas","tag-christmas-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/439364","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=439364"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/439364\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/446256"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=439364"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=439364"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=439364"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=439364"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}