Fruit Nut Christmas Cookies
My family loves these fruit-nut Christmas cookies, and not just at Christmastime. They're fun to make, super delicious to eat, and they make great gifts too - just put them in a cute tin for any holiday, birthdays included!
Celebrate With More Festive Recipe Ideas
If you loved making our Fruit Nut Christmas Cookies, you'll definitely want to try out a few more festive recipes that are sure to be a hit with your family and friends this holiday season.
First up, why not try your hand at making a batch of Gingerbread Cookies? These classic Christmas treats are a must-have during the holiday season, and are perfect for decorating with icing and sprinkles. Their warm, spicy flavor is sure to be a hit with everyone at your next holiday gathering.
Next, consider whipping up a batch of Peppermint Bark. This sweet and minty confection is a perfect holiday treat that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Simply melt down some white and dark chocolate, sprinkle in some crushed candy canes, and let it set before breaking it into delicious pieces.
Finally, if you're looking for something a little more decadent, why not try making Eggnog Cheesecake Bars? These rich and creamy cheesecake bars have all the flavors of traditional eggnog, with a buttery graham cracker crust and a festive sprinkle of nutmeg on top. They're sure to be a hit at any holiday party.
No matter which recipe you choose to try next, we're sure you'll have a blast making them and sharing them with your loved ones. Happy baking!
Cooking Time15 min
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 stick butter or margarine
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 3/4 cup sifted self-rising flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup chopped, pitted dates
- 1 cup chopped candied cherries
- 1 cup flaked coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Cream together sugar and butter.
- Add egg and vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Add flour, spices and buttermilk; mix thoroughly.
- Stir in fruit and pecans.
- Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheet.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Makes 5 to 6 dozen cookies.
