Reimagine the traditional fruitcake with these indulgent, chewy fruitcake-inspired cookies. Perfectly spiced and loaded with candied fruits, nuts, and raisins, these cookies offer the nostalgic flavors of holiday fruitcake in a chewy, delightful bite. Whether for a festive gathering or as a gift, these cookies are an easy and crowd-pleasing alternative to traditional fruitcake.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Mix-Ins
- 1 cup chopped candied fruit
- 1 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- 1 cup raisins
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with either parchment paper or silicone mats for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients : In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until fully combined.
- Mix the Dough : Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until fully combined. Fold in the candied fruit, chopped nuts, and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Form the Cookie Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each one.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the baking sheets in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers remain soft. Let the cookies cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve : Store in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage. These cookies pair perfectly with coffee or holiday beverages.
Conclusion
These Decadent Chewy Fruitcake Cookies are a delightful way to enjoy the festive flavors of fruitcake in a fun, portable format. With their perfect balance of chewiness, sweetness, and spice, they’re sure to become a holiday favorite. Share them with loved ones or savor them with a warm drink by the fire for an unforgettable seasonal treat.
Decadent Chewy Fruitcake Cookies
Chewy andflavorful cookies packed with candied fruits, nuts, and raisins, enhanced withwarm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Mix-Ins
- 1 cup chopped candied fruit
- 1 cup chopped nuts pecans or walnuts
- 1 cup raisins
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with either parchment paper or silicone mats for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients : In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until fully combined.
- Mix the Dough : Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until fully combined. Fold in the candied fruit, chopped nuts, and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Form the Cookie Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each one.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the baking sheets in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers remain soft. Let the cookies cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve : Store in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage. These cookies pair perfectly with coffee or holiday beverages.