Decadent Chewy Fruitcake Cookies

Decadent Chewy Fruitcake Cookies: A Festive Twist on a Holiday Classic

Fruitcake may be a polarizing dessert, but when it’s transformed into chewy, flavorful cookies, it’s an entirely different story. These Decadent Chewy Fruitcake Cookies are everything you want in a festive treat—soft, spiced, and loaded with dried fruits and nuts for a delightful medley of textures and flavors. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering, giving edible gifts, or simply indulging in seasonal nostalgia, these cookies are a must-try addition to your repertoire.

Why You’ll Love These Fruitcake Cookies

1. Easy to Make: No soaking or aging required—these cookies come together quickly.
2. Packed with Flavor: Sweet dried fruits, crunchy nuts, and warm spices create a symphony of holiday flavors.
3. Crowd-Pleaser: Even fruitcake skeptics can’t resist these soft, chewy cookies.
4. Perfect for Gifting: Package them in festive tins for a thoughtful homemade present.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make these delightful cookies:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1 1/2 cups chopped dried fruits (e.g., raisins, cherries, cranberries, or apricots)
• 1 cup chopped nuts (e.g., pecans, walnuts, or almonds)
• 1/4 cup candied orange or lemon peel, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup rum or orange juice (optional, for soaking fruit)

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