Yuletide Fruitcake Cookies with Glaze
Indulge in the festive delight of Yuletide Fruitcake Cookies with Glaze. Bursting with warm spices, sweet dried fruits, and a luscious glaze, these cookies evoke cherished holiday memories in every bite. Ideal for cozy nights or celebrating with loved ones, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping treat that’s both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, apricots)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Gradually add flour while mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in dried fruits using a spatula.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- While cooling, whisk together powdered sugar and milk in a bowl for the glaze; drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use high-quality dried fruits for enhanced flavor. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading. Experiment with adding nuts or citrus zest to the cookie dough for added flavor variations.