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Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies

Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies Recipe
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If you’re in search of a festive treat that captures the essence of the holiday season, look no further than these Easy Christmas Fruitcake Cookies! These delightful cookies offer a colorful twist on traditional fruitcake, bringing vibrant flavors and textures to your dessert table. With a blend of sweet candied fruits and crunchy pecans, they are not only easy to make but also perfect for sharing during holiday gatherings. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, these cookies will evoke warm memories of Christmas celebrations with family and friends. Enjoy the joy of baking this simple recipe that is sure to become a seasonal favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond essence
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon essence
  • 1 1/2 cups plain flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup chopped candied pineapple
  • 1 cup chopped candied red cherries
  • 1 cup chopped candied green cherries
  • 1 cup roughly chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg along with vanilla, almond, and lemon essences until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda; gradually add to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in chopped candied pineapple, cherries, and pecans until evenly distributed.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them evenly apart.
  7. Bake for about 20 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Let cool before transferring to wire racks.

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