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Fruitcake Cookies

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A delightful twist on traditional fruitcake, these cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with rich flavors of dried fruits and spices, perfect for the holiday season.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: European
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 cup mixed dried fruits (like raisins, tart cherries, and cranberries)
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring thorough incorporation.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the mixed dried fruits and chopped nuts.
  7. Scoop the dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them a couple of inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden and the centers are soft.

Notes

Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze.

Nutrition

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