Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies! Bursting with vibrant flavors from candied fruits and crunchy pecans, these delightful treats are perfect for sharing during holiday gatherings or enjoying on a cozy night in. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a festive cookie that not only looks beautiful but also tastes amazing. The unique blend of vanilla, almond, and lemon essences sets these cookies apart, making them a memorable addition to your holiday celebrations or dessert tables. Customizable to suit your taste, these cookies will surely become a favorite tradition among family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
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 line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and essences; mix until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually combine with wet ingredients.
- Gently fold in the chopped fruits and nuts until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet with space between each.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg