Festive Fruitcake Cookies

Fruitcakes and Christmas cookies are iconic Christmas desserts, so why not combine the two? Festive Fruitcake Cookies are a delicious way to re-purpose that old fruitcake recipe and create a new easy Christmas dessert that everyone will enjoy. These scrumptious cookies are stuffed with classic fruitcake ingredients, like red and green candied cherries, dates, and pecans. They will remind you of Christmases past with their festive appearance and taste. Start a Christmas tradition with this fruitcake cookies recipe.

Celebrate With More Festive Recipe Ideas

If you loved making our Festive Fruitcake Cookies, you're sure to enjoy trying out some other festive Christmas recipes as well! How about trying your hand at making classic Gingerbread Cookies? These spiced cookies are a Christmas staple and are perfect for decorating with icing and festive sprinkles. You can even cut them into fun shapes like gingerbread men or holiday trees for extra holiday cheer.

Another great Christmas recipe to try is Eggnog Cheesecake. This rich and creamy dessert is a delicious twist on traditional eggnog, with a creamy cheesecake filling and a gingersnap crust. Top it off with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg for the perfect holiday treat.

If you're a fan of fruitcake flavors, why not experiment with making a Festive Fruitcake Trifle? Layer cubes of fruitcake with whipped cream, custard, and your favorite fruits like cranberries and oranges for a show-stopping dessert that's sure to impress your guests.

Whichever recipe you choose to try next, we hope you continue to enjoy making delicious holiday treats to share with friends and family. Happy baking!

Cooking Time15 min