How to Make Fruitcake Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Whether you love them or hate them, fruitcakes are a time-honored holiday tradition. But if you're not a fan of the dense, heavy texture of a traditional fruitcake, then fruitcake cookies might just be the perfect alternative for you. These delightful little treats capture all the classic flavors of a fruitcake in a bite-sized cookie form, making them perfect for holiday gift-giving or festive gatherings.

These cookies are chock-full of dried fruits, nuts, and warm spices, creating a ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 cups packed light brown sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 pound golden raisins
  • 1 pound raisins
  • ½ pound red candied cherries
  • ½ pound red candied pineapple
  • ½ pound green candied cherries
  • ½ pound green candied pineapple
  • 1 cup bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 pound walnut halves
  • 1 pound pecan halves

Information

  • Servings: 72
  • Yield: 4 to 6 dozen

  • In a medium bowl, dredge candied fruit and raisins in 1 cup flour.
  • In a large bowl, cream together brown sugar and butter. Beat in eggs. Gradually beat in bourbon and milk. Mix in remaining flour and spices. Stir in fruit and nuts. Refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Drop dough by teaspoonfuls, about 2 inches apart, onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for approximately 15 minutes. Remove from oven, and cool on wire racks.
  • Nutrition

    237 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 34mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 171mg