Description
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with these Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies! This delightful recipe provides a nostalgic twist on traditional fruitcake, presenting an effortless way to enjoy festive flavors in a cookie form. Bursting with colorful candied fruits and crunchy pecans, these cookies are perfect for sharing at holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. In just 35 minutes, you can create a batch that will fill your home with warm aromas and sweet memories. Ideal for cookie swaps or as thoughtful gifts, these cookies are sure to become a cherished part of your holiday traditions.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1/2 teaspoon almond essence
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon essence
- 1 1/2 cups plain flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup chopped candied pineapple
- 1 cup chopped candied red cherries
- 1 cup chopped candied green cherries
- 1 cup roughly chopped pecans
Instructions
- Cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg along with vanilla, almond, and lemon essences until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the candied fruits and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown around the edges. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg