Yuletide Fruitcake Cookies with Glaze
Yuletide Fruitcake Cookies with Glaze are a delightful twist on traditional fruitcake, combining festive spices with a chewy, flavorful base. These cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home, promising to evoke warm memories of seasonal cheer. With a beautiful glaze that adds sweetness and visual appeal, each bite is a celebration of holiday flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup candied citrus peel
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup icing sugar (for glaze)
- Water or milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in flour, cinnamon, candied citrus peel, and chopped nuts until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dollops of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown at the edges but soft in the center.
- While cooling, whisk icing sugar with water or milk until smooth and drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor, toast the nuts before incorporating them into the dough. Feel free to substitute dried fruits based on your preference or dietary needs. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.