Sweet Fruitcake Cookies with Pecans & Candied Fruit
A festive cookie packed with dried fruits, nuts, and warm spices — chewy, flavorful, and perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes (plus chilling)
- Yield: 30 cookies 1x
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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½ tsp ground nutmeg
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1 ½ cups mixed dried or candied fruit, chopped
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1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
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Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
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Beat in eggs and vanilla.
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Mix dry ingredients separately, then add to the wet mixture.
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Fold in floured fruit and nuts.
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Chill dough for 30–60 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Scoop onto baking sheet and bake 10–12 minutes.
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Cool on sheet, then transfer to wire rack.
Notes
Use a flour-dusted fruit mix to prevent sinking. Add rum or orange zest for flavor twists. Store at room temperature or freeze.