Fruitcake Cookies Recipe

Conquer your fruitcake fear! These delightful cookies pack all the warm, spiced flavor of traditional fruitcake into bite-sized, irresistible treats. Perfect for holiday baking or any time you crave a taste of festive deliciousness. Even fruitcake skeptics will be clamoring for more!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 110.1 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Fruitcake Cookies

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How to Make Fruitcake Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in the candied fruits and nuts (if using).
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

12g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Fruitcake Cookies?

Fruitcake Cookies takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Fruitcake Cookies?

Fruitcake Cookies has approximately 110.1 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Fruitcake Cookies?

The key ingredients for Fruitcake Cookies are Flour, Baking Powder, Quick Oats, Salted Butter, Light Brown Sugar, Molasses. See the full list with measurements above.

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