Texas Christmas Cookies Recipe

These Texas Christmas Cookies are a holiday tradition you won't want to miss! Imagine a warmly spiced cookie dough bursting with crunchy walnuts, chewy dates, and plump raisins – a flavor combination that's become a family favorite. This recipe makes a whopping 13 dozen cookies, perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!). The lightly spiced batter clings beautifully to the fruit and nuts, creating a truly unforgettable texture. A slight sugar reduction is recommended if using pre-chopped dates. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 1055.2 kcal
Protein 38g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Texas Christmas Cookies

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How to Make Texas Christmas Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) or 350°F (177°C). Beat 2 large eggs well in a large bowl.
  2. Gradually add 2 cups granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, 2 cups chopped walnuts, 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, 1 cup raisins, 1 cup chopped dates, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 4 cups all-purpose flour. Add ingredients in the order listed, mixing well after each addition.
  3. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined. The dough will be thick.
  4. Drop rounded teaspoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  5. Bake in a slow oven: 12 minutes at 350°F (177°C) or 15 minutes at 325°F (163°C) for softer cookies. Baking time may vary depending on your oven; check for doneness after the minimum time. Cookies are done when edges are lightly browned.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

308g

Fat

94g

Carbs

41g