Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of the holiday season with these Old Fashioned Fruitcake Cookies. Packed with candied fruit, dates, and nuts, these cookies are a delightful treat for Christmas or any time of year.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
Mix-Ins:
- 1 1/2 cups chopped mixed candied fruit
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Juice: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the orange juice.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in the candied fruit, dates, and nuts.
- Bake: Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden.
- Cool and Enjoy: Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- These cookies improve in flavor over a day or two.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
