"Indulge in sweet, moist fruitcake cookies made with rich ingredients like raisins, dates, and nuts. Perfectly spiced with warm flavors like cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe is a holiday favorite."
* 1/2 cup chopped dried fruits (such as raisins, cranberries, or apricots)
* 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans)
* 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
* 1/4 cup brown sugar
* 1 egg
* 1 tsp vanilla extract
* 1/4 tsp salt
* 1 tsp baking powder
* 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
* Zest and juice of 1 orange
* Optional: dark chocolate chips or chopped dates
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Fruitcake Cookies Recipe
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Ingredients
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* 2 cups all-purpose flour
* 1 teaspoon baking powder
* 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
* 3/4 cup brown sugar
* 1/2 cup granulated sugar
* 2 large eggs
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1/2 cup raisins
* 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts)
* 1/2 cup dried fruit (such as cranberries or apricots)
Instructions
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### Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease two baking sheets with cooking spray or butter and line them with parchment paper.
### Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
### Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer or wooden spoon.
### Step 4: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
### Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the raisins, chopped nuts, and dried fruit.
### Step 6: Using an ice cream scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with a fork.
### Step 7: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
### Step 8: Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your delicious fruitcake cookies! These treats are perfect for tea time, dessert, or as a quick snack. They're also great for gift-giving, as they store well in an airtight container for up to two weeks.