Christmas Rocks Festive Fruit and Nut Cookies
Delightful holiday cookies packed with a medley of colorful dried fruits and crunchy nuts, perfect for celebrations and gifting.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds richness to the cookies.
- 1 cup brown sugar Enhances sweetness and moisture.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Brightens the flavor profile.
- 2 large eggs Provides structure and stability.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Imparts a heartwarming aroma.
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Essential for cookie body.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent for rising.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
Mix-Ins
- 1 cup mixed dried fruit Includes raisins, cranberries, or cherries.
- 1 cup assorted nuts Walnuts, pecans, or almonds for crunch.
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (optional) For additional sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet mixture.
- Fold in the mixed dried fruits, assorted nuts, and white chocolate chips (if using).
Baking
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Toast the nuts beforehand to enhance flavor. You can substitute dried fruits as desired and sprinkle sea salt on top before baking for a delightful contrast.