Fruitcake Cookies


Serves: 5
Total Calories: 811
Yield: 6 dozen

Ingredients

1/2 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 cups golden raisins
2 cups diced mixed candied fruit
Optional: 1-1/2 cups chopped nuts
1/2 cup evaporated milk
2 teaspoons vinegar

Directions:

Blend together shortening and brown sugar; beat in eggs. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, salt and spices; mix well. Stir in raisins, fruit and nuts, if using. Add to shortening mixture along with milk and vinegar; mix well. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 325 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes.



It’s easy to find dark, semi-sweet and milk chocolate cocoa mixes at the grocery, as well as white chocolate and raspberry-chocolate flavors. Set out a variety of mixes and everyone is sure to find one to enjoy... and maybe even a new favorite.

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 5
Total Calories: 811
Calories from Fat: 203

This Fruitcake Cookies recipe is from the Christmas with Family & Friends Cookbook. Download this Cookbook today.




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