Christmas Rocks Festive Fruit and Nut Cookies
Delightful holiday cookies filled with vibrant fruits and crunchy nuts, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour A soft, creamy base for the cookies.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda The leavening agent for the cookies.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) Adds a cozy, festive flavor.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) Essential for a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- 1 cup brown sugar Provides depth and moisture.
- 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients together.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances sweetness and aroma.
Mix-Ins
- 1 cup mixed nuts (chopped) Can include walnuts, pecans, or almonds.
- 1 cup dried fruits Use raisins, cranberries, or apricots.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, and optional cinnamon. Gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Fold in the nuts and dried fruits.
Baking
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden.
- Allow cooling on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
Don't over-mix. Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizes. Experiment with different dried fruits and spices.