Best 2 Fruit Cake Cookies Recipes

Indulge in the delectable goodness of fruit cake cookies, a delightful fusion of classic fruitcake flavors transformed into bite-sized treats. These cookies boast a moist and tender crumb studded with a symphony of dried fruits, nuts, and candied citrus peel, all enveloped in a warm and aromatic spice blend. Whether you're looking for a festive holiday treat or a nostalgic taste of tradition, these fruit cake cookies, with their variations of rum-soaked and gluten-free options, promise an unforgettable culinary experience. Immerse yourself in the joy of baking and savor the heartwarming flavors of fruit cake, now reimagined in a delightful cookie form.

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FRUIT CAKE COOKIES

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Somewhere along the line, fruit cake got a bad reputation-unfounded or not. And whatever you may think of this stalwart, we won't argue with you. We'll only invite you to consider this recipe. It takes what fruit cake does best and repackages it in the form of a soft and chewy cookie. What does fruit cake do best, you might ask? Let us tell you. Fruit cake combines sweet dried fruits (golden raisins and chopped dates), warm spices (nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves), citrus (orange zest), crunchy toasted almonds and brandy. In other words, all the flavors of the season are wrapped up in fruit cake. It's a daring move and that's exactly why it works. The bold flavors and colors-did we mention the sugar-sweet maraschino cherries and candied green cherries?-are as exuberant as Christmas itself. Forget what you thought you knew about fruit cake and let these fun, nostalgic cookies be your new-and much more delicious-definition.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3/4 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup brandy
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 egg
2 tablespoons water
3/4 cup coarsely chopped maraschino cherries, drained, patted dry
1/2 cup coarsely chopped toasted slivered almonds
1/2 cup chopped candied green cherries, if desired

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F.
In 1-quart saucepan, heat raisins, dates and brandy to simmering over medium heat. Remove from heat; let stand 15 minutes. Drain; set aside. Discard liquid.
Meanwhile, in large bowl, stir together cake mix, brown sugar, orange zest, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. In small bowl, stir melted butter, egg and water until blended. Add butter mixture to cake mix-brown sugar mixture; beat with spoon until well blended. Add drained fruit, maraschino cherries, nuts and candied cherries.
Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
Bake 11 to 13 minutes or until edges are set. Cool on cookie sheet 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Store covered in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

FRUIT CAKE COOKIES

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My mother use to make these cookies and it is a real keeper. This is one of the few recipes that I have written in my mothers handwriting and because of this I really treasure it. These are wonderful and my hubby refuses to give even one away (only kidding). I know some folks don't like fruitcakes but I have found very few who...

Provided by Linda Baugh

Categories Other Snacks

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 c butter or margarine, room temperature
4 eggs, separated
1/3 c wine or milk (i use milk)
3 tsp baking soda dissolved in tablespoon of milk
1 lb dates, chopped
1 lb candied cherries, chopped
1 lb candied pineapple,chopped
1 1/2 lb golden raisins
6 c nuts (i use pecans)
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
3 c sifted flour

Steps:

1. Cream sugar and butter
2. Add wine(or milk), add soda in milk, mix in egg yolks, add flour and spices.
3. Fold in chopped fruits and chopped nuts. Set aside.
4. Beat egg whites until stiff and fold into first mixture.
5. Heat oven to 275 degrees. Drop cookies by teaspoons. Bake about 20 minutes or until they begin to get golden brown around edges. Cool 5 to 10 min. on pan and then remove to wire racks to finish cooling. Hope you enjoy them.

Tips for Baking Fruit Cake Cookies

Choose ripe, flavorful fruits for the best taste.
Chop fruits into small pieces to prevent large chunks from overpowering the cookie.
Use a combination of dried and fresh fruits for a variety of textures and flavors.
Don't overmix the dough, as this can make the cookies tough.
Chill the dough before baking for easier handling and cleaner edges.
Bake the cookies until they are just set, as overbaking will dry them out.
Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Conclusion

Fruit cake cookies are a delicious and festive treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They offer a variety of flavors and textures, and they are a perfect addition to any holiday cookie platter. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make these cookies at home. So why not give them a try this holiday season? You won't be disappointed!