Best 5 Best Ever Fruitcake Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors presented by our exquisite fruitcake cookies, a delectable treat that embodies the essence of holiday cheer. These cookies are a delightful fusion of traditional fruitcake flavors and the irresistible charm of soft, chewy cookies, offering a perfect balance of textures and flavors. With a tender crumb studded with a variety of candied fruits, nuts, and spices, each bite of these cookies promises an explosion of festive flavors, while the sweet glaze adds an extra layer of indulgence. Whether you're seeking a heartwarming holiday treat or a delightful addition to your cookie jar, these fruitcake cookies are sure to satisfy your cravings. Dive into our collection of recipes to find the perfect variation that suits your taste, from classic fruitcake cookies to unique twists that incorporate different flavors and ingredients.

**Recipes Introduced:**

1. **Best-Ever Fruitcake Cookies:** This classic recipe strikes the perfect balance between chewy cookie and traditional fruitcake flavors. With a mix of candied fruits, nuts, and spices, these cookies are a true representation of the holiday spirit.

2. **Glazed Fruitcake Cookies:** Take your fruitcake cookies to the next level with a sweet and shiny glaze. This recipe adds a layer of sugary goodness that complements the flavors of the cookie perfectly.

3. **White Chocolate Fruitcake Cookies:** For those who love white chocolate, this recipe is a must-try. The addition of white chocolate chips creates a creamy and decadent flavor profile that pairs beautifully with the fruit and nuts.

4. **Spiced Fruitcake Cookies:** This recipe amps up the spices to create a warm and aromatic cookie that's perfect for the holiday season. The blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger adds a cozy and inviting flavor to each bite.

5. **Cranberry Orange Fruitcake Cookies:** If you love the combination of cranberries and oranges, this recipe is sure to please. The tartness of the cranberries and the citrusy sweetness of the oranges create a refreshing and vibrant flavor profile that's perfect for any occasion.

6. **Gluten-Free Fruitcake Cookies:** For those with gluten sensitivities, this recipe offers a delicious alternative to traditional fruitcake cookies. Made with gluten-free flour, these cookies are just as flavorful and satisfying as their gluten-containing counterparts.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

FRUITCAKE COOKIES



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, room temperature
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup whole milk
3 1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
1 cup candied cherries, chopped
3 slices candied pineapple, chopped
Half of a 15-ounce box golden raisins, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment.
  • Sift together the flour, baking soda and cinnamon in a bowl. Cream the butter and sugar in a separate bowl, then gradually add the eggs. Add the dry ingredients alternately with the milk, blending well. Mix the pecans, cherries, pineapple and raisins in a large bowl, then pour the batter over them. Fold the fruit and nuts into the batter by hand, mixing well. Drop the batter by tablespoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden and done.

MY GRANDMA'S FRUITCAKE COOKIES



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My grandmother called them Merry Christmas Cookies. This recipe is her own take on fruitcake cookies.

Provided by minky410

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 144

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup butter, at room temperature
1 cup brown sugar, packed
3 eggs
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons vanilla-flavored cream sherry
7 cups chopped mixed nuts
2 cups chopped raisins
2 cups pitted chopped dates
1 pound candied pineapple, coarsely chopped
1 pound red and green candied cherries, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease several baking sheets. Sift together the flour, cinnamon, and baking soda in a bowl; set aside.
  • Beat together the butter and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Gradually beat the flour mixture into the butter mixture, alternating each addition with about 2 tablespoons of milk until all the milk is incorporated and the dough is soft. Beat in the sherry, and mix in the nuts, raisins, dates, pineapple, and cherries until thoroughly mixed. Drop the dough by rounded teaspoons onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cookies are set and the bottoms are very lightly browned, 20 to 30 minutes. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 7.3 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 20.9 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

FRUITCAKE CHRISTMAS COOKIES



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As holiday gifts, these rich fruit-and nut-filled cookies are pretty and practical. These are great make ahead Christmas cookies -the taste actually gets better over time! -Julia Funkhouser, Carson, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups dates, finely chopped
4 ounces red candied cherries, halved
4 ounces candied pineapple, diced
1/2 cup whole hazelnuts, toasted
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in remaining ingredients., Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Store in an airtight container. (Cookies are best after a few days.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FRUITCAKE COOKIES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 14h50m

Yield 5 dozen small cookies

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 pound dried figs
1/4 pound raisins
2 ounces candied cherries, coarsely chopped
2 ounces dried apricots, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
6 ounces chopped pecans
Kosher salt
1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup superfine sugar
1/3 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
1 extra-large egg
2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Snip off the hard stems of the figs with scissors or a small knife and coarsely chop the figs. In a medium bowl, combine the figs, raisins, cherries, apricots, honey, sherry, lemon juice, pecans, and a pinch of salt. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to sit overnight at room temperature.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter, cloves, superfine sugar, and brown sugar on medium speed until smooth, about 3 minutes. With the mixer on low speed, add the egg and mix until incorporated. With the mixer still on low, slowly add the flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt just until combined. Don't over mix! Add the fruits and nuts, including any liquid in the bowl.
  • Divide the dough in half and place each half on the long edge of a 12 by 18-inch piece of parchment or waxed paper. Roll each half into a log, 1 1/2 to 1 3/4-inch thick, making an 18-inch-long roll. Refrigerate the dough for several hours, or until firm.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • With a small, sharp knife, cut the logs into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Place the slices 1/2-inch apart on ungreased sheet pans and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until lightly golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 12 milligrams, Sodium 7 milligrams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 1 grams, Sugar 7 grams

BEST EVER FRUITCAKE COOKIES



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I received this recipe about 30 years ago from a very good friend who is an excellent Southern cook. It has become a staple Christmas cookie (especially for gift-giving) ever since. Very well received even by those who hate fruitcake!

Provided by Richard Saporita

Categories     Cookies

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lb candied pineapple
2 lb red cherries, candied
1/2 lb dark raisins
1/2 lb golden raisins
3 c chopped walnuts
1/2 c butter
1 1/2 c brown sugar
4 eggs
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp allspice, ground
1 tsp nutmeg, ground
1 tsp cloves, ground
1/2 tsp salt
3 tsp baking soda
4 c flour
1 1/4 c brandy or orange juice

Steps:

  • 1. Mix dry ingredients tother, then add the fruit, nuts, and butter.
  • 2. Mix eggs with fork to break yolks and mix with whites, then add them to the brandy (or O.J.)
  • 3. Add the liquid mix to the dry mix.
  • 4. Batter will be VERY stiff. Drop by teaspoons full onto cookie sheets. (I use parchment covering on the cookie sheets.)
  • 5. Bake at F300 degrees for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Yield should be about 10 dozen cookies. There is just enough batter to hold the fruit and nuts together.

Tips for the Best Fruitcake Cookies:

  • Use a variety of dried fruits. Traditional fruitcake cookies include cherries, raisins, and candied citron, but feel free to mix and match your favorites. Some other good options include cranberries, apricots, and pineapple.
  • Chop the dried fruits finely. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the cookies and prevent them from clumping together.
  • Soak the dried fruits in rum or brandy. This will plump them up and add extra flavor to the cookies. If you don't want to use alcohol, you can soak the fruits in fruit juice or water instead.
  • Use a combination of nuts. Walnuts, pecans, and almonds are all classic choices for fruitcake cookies. Again, feel free to mix and match your favorites.
  • Toast the nuts before adding them to the cookies. This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Use a sturdy cookie dough. A soft dough will spread too much in the oven and the cookies will be too thin and crispy. A stiffer dough will hold its shape better and result in thicker, chewier cookies.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies keep their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies at a low temperature. This will help them bake evenly without burning.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

Fruitcake cookies are a delicious and festive holiday treat. With their combination of dried fruits, nuts, and spices, they're sure to please everyone at your party. So next time you're looking for a unique and flavorful cookie recipe, give these fruitcake cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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