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Christmas Fruitcake Cookies

Christmas Fruitcake Cookies Your New Holiday Favorite

Discover the joy of Christmas Fruitcake Cookies, blending dried fruits with rich flavors for a festive treat!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar light and fluffy texture
  • 1 large egg can substitute with mashed banana for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or other extracts
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract can substitute with hazelnut or omit
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract or fresh lemon zest
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour consider gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup candied fruits chopped into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup pecans can be replaced with walnuts or omitted

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • silicone baking mats or parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with silicone baking mats or parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the room-temperature unsalted butter and granulated sugar for about 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the egg, vanilla, almond, and lemon extracts to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda, then gently fold into the wet mixture.
  5. Fold in the chopped candied fruits and pecans, ensuring even distribution throughout the cookie dough.
  6. Using a tablespoon, scoop out dough portions and drop them onto the prepared cookie sheet, spaced 3-4 inches apart.
  7. Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes, until edges are golden brown and centers are slightly soft.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Dust chopped candied fruits with flour to prevent clumping. Avoid overbaking for a tender texture. Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain moisture.

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