Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Yuletide Fruitcake Cookies, adorned with a glossy glaze. Each cookie is packed with a delightful mix of dried fruits and warm spices, creating a comforting treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Their soft texture and vibrant flavors will make them the star of your dessert table, evoking cherished memories and sweet smiles from family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, apricots)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–4 tbsp milk or cream (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets by greasing them or lining with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, adding vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in dried fruits using a spatula.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with milk or cream until smooth; adjust thickness as needed.
- Drizzle the glaze over cooled cookies before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg