Description
If you’re searching for a festive treat that captures the essence of the holidays, look no further than these Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies. These delightful cookies combine the rich flavors of traditional fruitcake in a convenient cookie form, making them perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Bursting with candied fruits and crunchy nuts, each bite offers a joyful taste of the season. Not only are they quick to prepare, but they also store beautifully, allowing you to bake ahead and enjoy stress-free celebrations. Indulge in these chewy, colorful cookies that will surely become a holiday favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg along with vanilla, almond, and lemon essences. Mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients while stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in chopped candied fruits and pecans until evenly distributed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheet with space between them.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Let cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg