Christmas Fruit Cookies Recipe

Name: Christmas Fruit Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (8-ounce) packages pitted dates, chopped; 2 1/2 cups chopped candied red cherries; 1/2 cup chopped candied citron (optional); 3 cups all-purpose flour, divided; 4 cups chopped walnuts; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 2 tablespoons water; 1 cup butter or margarine, softened; 2 1/2 cups sugar; 4 eggs; 1 teaspoon baking powder; Dash of salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

2 (8-ounce) packages pitted dates, chopped
2 1/2 cups chopped candied red cherries
1/2 cup chopped candied citron (optional)
3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
4 cups chopped walnuts
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons water
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 1/2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon baking powder
Dash of salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Combine dates, cherries, and citron, if desired, in a large mixing bowl; add 1 cup flour, stirring to coat well. Add walnuts, stirring well; set aside.
2
Combine soda and water, stirring well; set aside.
3
Cream butter in a large mixing bowl; gradually add sugar, beating well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4
Sift together remaining flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. Add to creamed mixture; stir well. Add dissolved soda and vanilla, stirring well. Stir in reserved fruit mixture.
5
Drop dough by heaping teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto greased cookie sheets. Bake at 275u00b0 for 30 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheets, and cool on wire racks. Store in airtight containers.

2131

kcal

Calories

133

Fat

212

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (8-ounce) packages pitted dates, chopped, 2 1/2 cups chopped candied red cherries, 1/2 cup chopped candied citron (optional), 3 cups all-purpose flour, divided, and more.

Yes, Christmas Fruit Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Christmas Fruit Cookies

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