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Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150
Enjoy festive and flavorful fruitcake cookies with this simple recipe perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

Dried Fruit and Nuts

  • 1 cup mixed dried fruit
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Mix dry ingredients; cream butter and sugar, then add egg and vanilla.
  • Combine wet and dry, then fold in dried fruit and nuts.
  • Drop spoonfuls onto baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  • Cool cookies before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for freshness.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cookies, Fruitcake, Holiday