Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies
If you’re searching for a delightful twist on traditional holiday treats, look no further than this Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies Recipe. These charming cookies capture the essence of classic fruitcake in a bite-sized format that’s perfect for sharing or enjoying solo. With vibrant candied fruits and crunchy nuts, they’re not just visually appealing but also packed with festive flavors that evoke warm memories of holiday gatherings. Plus, the simplicity of this recipe means you can whip up a batch in no time, making it ideal for busy weeks or cookie exchanges. Bring joy to your seasonal celebrations with these scrumptious cookies!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Traditional
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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and essences (vanilla, almond, and lemon) to the butter mixture; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together plain flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually incorporate this dry mixture into the wet batter until just combined.
- Gently fold in the candied pineapple, red cherries, green cherries, and pecans until evenly distributed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Allow cooling on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg