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Delightful Spiced Holiday Fruitcake Cookies

Spiced Holiday Fruitcake Cookies made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mixed dried fruits raisins, cranberries, apricots
  • 1 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract.
  • Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until just combined.
  • Fold in the dried fruits and nuts until evenly distributed.
  • Scoop tablespoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  • Once cooled, enjoy or store in an airtight container for up to a week.