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Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies

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These Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies capture the spirit of traditional fruitcake in a quick, portable cookie form, perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (220 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mixed candied fruit (chopped if pieces are large)
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans), optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined.
  3. Cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla until incorporated.
  5. Stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; fold in the candied fruit and nuts if using.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2–3 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 3–5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For chewier cookies, bake for the minimum time and cool fully on the rack. Store cookies in an airtight container with bread to maintain moisture.

Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/easy-christmas-fruitcake-cookies/