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Old Fashioned Fruitcake Cookies

Chewy Old Fashioned Fruitcake Cookies for Holiday Cheer

Delight in these Old Fashioned Fruitcake Cookies, combining chewy texture with a mix of fruits and nuts, perfect for holiday cheer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter substitute with margarine for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup brown sugar light brown sugar works if dark is unavailable
  • 1 large egg can be replaced with a flax egg for vegan options
  • 1 cup milk almond or soy milk can be used for dairy-free version
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract as a substitute
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour whole wheat flour can be used, may result in denser cookies
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg can swap with allspice for a different taste
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup chopped candied fruits dried fruits like cranberries or apricots can be used
  • 1 cup raisins or currants
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts almonds or hazelnuts can substitute

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Silicone spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and brown sugar at medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in one large egg, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg in a separate bowl and gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in chopped candied fruits, raisins, and chopped pecans or walnuts using a spatula.
  6. Scoop rounded portions of the dough onto the lined baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers look set but soft.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature and mix the dough just until combined to avoid tough cookies. Store in an airtight container.

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