Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Christmas Fruitcake Cookies, a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of dried fruits and warm spices. Each cookie is a perfect blend of chewy texture and sweet, aromatic goodness, making them an ideal addition to your holiday gatherings or a thoughtful gift for loved ones. Enjoy them fresh from the oven with a cup of hot cocoa, and savor the memories they create.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar (light)
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (cranberries, cherries, raisins)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until just incorporated.
- Fold in dried fruits and nuts if desired.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; centers should remain soft.
- Cool before serving or gifting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg