"SKIDADDLE COOKIES" CANADA RECIPE,W/FRUIT COCKTAIL

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I was visiting my Canadian relatives and was served these delicious cookies. Naturally I asked for the recipe ! And learned the history behind them. They are called "SKIDADDLE" for Skidaddle Ridge, Canada, because it was a hideout for draft dodgers during the American Civil War. You can learn more by goggling the name. For what...

Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 c sifted !..flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 c butter
1-1/2 c brown sugar, lightly packed
1 tsp vanilla
1 c canned fruit cocktail .... 1 cup only!....well drained
1/2 c walnuts...chopped
1 large egg

Steps:

  • 1. Sift together the flour, baking soda and salt. (YES...sifting, really helps) Cream together the butter, brown sugar and vanilla. Beat in the egg and the 1 cup drained fruit cocktail
  • 2. Stir in the dry ingredients and add the walnuts Drop batter from a teaspoon about 2 inches apart on a greased bking sheet. bake in a 350 oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. makes about 6 dozen cookies, according to the size of the cookies you make. Enjoy.... these are really good.

Mehedi Akash
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I've never made these cookies before, but I'm definitely going to try them now.


Pavel Tesla
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These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Isr Gra
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These cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. I've made them for birthdays, parties, and even just for a snack.


Tawhid Beta
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I love the way these cookies look! They're so festive and colorful.


Mm. Odemwingie
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These cookies were a little dry for me. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.


Preston Pocatilla
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These cookies are so easy to make and they're always a hit at parties. I highly recommend them.


Brittney So Boojie
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I loved these cookies! The fruit cocktail and pecans were a great combination.


Olaya Jamaleddine
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I had some trouble finding fruit cocktail, so I used a mixture of chopped dried fruit instead. The cookies still turned out great.


Varens Nana
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These cookies were a little too sweet for me, but my kids loved them.


Tahamil Ahsan
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I love the combination of fruit cocktail and coconut in these cookies. They're so unique and tasty.


RustyGunz 37
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These cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I'll definitely be making them again.


Sardar Tabish
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I made these cookies for my family and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Mickey Sausville
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These cookies are so delicious and festive! I love making them for Christmas parties.


Martha Nthabeleng
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I've been making these cookies for years, and they're always a favorite. They're so easy to make and always turn out perfectly.


SK SAMIM
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These cookies were a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the combination of fruit cocktail and coconut.