Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies
If you’re looking for a delightful twist on a holiday classic, our Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies Recipe is just what you need! These cookies encapsulate all the festive flavors of traditional fruitcake in bite-sized treats that are perfect for sharing. Soft, chewy, and brimming with colorful candied fruits and nuts, they make an irresistible addition to your holiday cookie platter or a sweet treat for cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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). Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and essences; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda; gradually add to the wet ingredients while mixing on low speed.
- Fold in chopped candied fruits and pecans gently.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto greased baking sheets and bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg