Fruit Cake Cookies Recipe

Name: Fruit Cake Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 c. flour; 1 c. shortening; 2 c. firmly packed brown sugar; 2/3 c. buttermilk; 1 c. quartered cherries; 1 c. any kind candied fruits; 1 tsp. baking soda; 1 tsp. salt; 2 eggs; 1 c. chopped pecans; 2 c. chopped dates

Servings: persons

4 c. flour
1 c. shortening
2 c. firmly packed brown sugar
2/3 c. buttermilk
1 c. quartered cherries
1 c. any kind candied fruits
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 eggs
1 c. chopped pecans
2 c. chopped dates

1
Sift flour, measure 4 cups, then sift again with baking soda and salt.
2
Cream shortening.
3
Add sugar and eggs and beat until light and fluffy.
4
Add milk and flour.
5
Add nuts and fruits. Chill dough for several hours.
6
Drop by teaspoonful about 2 inches apart on lightly greased baking sheet.
7
Top with 1/2 red or green cherry or pecan half.
8
Bake 8 to 10 minutes at 375u00b0.
9
Yields 8 dozen.

2103

kcal

Calories

Fat

309

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: 4 c. flour, 1 c. shortening, 2 c. firmly packed brown sugar, 2/3 c. buttermilk, and more.

Yes, Fruit Cake 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.

Fruit Cake Cookies

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