Frozen Candied Fruit Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the festive magic of these Frozen Candied Fruit Cookies! Inspired by a beloved fruitcake recipe, these delightful cookies are perfect for a cozy night in. Imagine the burst of candied fruit and crunchy pecans in every bite – a comforting dessert that's ready in minutes thanks to their clever make-ahead method. Simply freeze the cookie dough, slice and bake whenever a sweet craving strikes! No more waiting around for a fruitcake to bake – pure deliciousness, instantly!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 122.5 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Frozen Candied Fruit Cookies

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How to Make Frozen Candied Fruit Cookies

  1. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and ¼ teaspoon ground cloves.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1 cup chopped pecans and 1 ½ cups candied fruit (mixed or your favorite kind).
  5. Form the dough into two rolls, each about 1 ½ inches in diameter.
  6. Wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap.
  7. Place the wrapped rolls in a resealable plastic freezer bag.
  8. Freeze for at least 2 hours, or up to 3 months.
  9. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  10. Using a sharp knife dipped in warm water, slice the frozen dough into ⅛-inch thick slices.
  11. Place slices onto ungreased baking sheets.
  12. Bake for 6-8 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

20g

Carbs

4g