Fruit And Nut Refrigerator Cookies Recipe

Name: Fruit And Nut Refrigerator Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup shortening; 1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter; 1 cup sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or 1/2 cup pecans; 1 cup chopped candied cherries or 1 cup mixed candied fruit

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or 1/2 cup pecans
1 cup chopped candied cherries or 1 cup mixed candied fruit

1
Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; set aside.
2
Cream shortening, butter or margarine and sugar until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla and mix thoroughly, I use my electric mixture usually on high power to really whip it up good.
3
Stir flour mixture into creamed mixture.
4
Mix well.
5
Add fruit and nuts.
6
Chill for at least 1/2 hour for easier handling.
7
Shape dough into smooth rolls about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
8
Wrap in waxed paper or clear wrap and chill overnight or until firm.
9
Slice with sharp knife in 1/4 inch slices.
10
Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
11
Bake at 375u00b0F for 8-10 minutes or until golden.

842

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Fruit And Nut Refrigerator 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.

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