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Irresistibly Chewy Fruitcake Cookies

These cookies are chewy and bursting with holiday flavors, making them the perfect treat for festive gatherings or cozy nights at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it’s at room temperature.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs At room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Sifted.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped candied fruit
  • 1 cup chopped nuts Pecans or walnuts suggested.
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped candied fruit, nuts, and raisins gently.
  7. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, keeping even spacing.
Baking
  1. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. They can be served with a glaze or alongside cocoa for a festive treat.