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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

  1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
     
  2. Cream together sugar and butter.
     
  3. Add egg and vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy.
     
  4. Add flour, spices and buttermilk; mix thoroughly.
     
  5. Stir in fruit and pecans.
     
  6. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheet.
     
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes.  Makes 5 to 6 dozen cookies.

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