Fruit & Nut Refrigerator Cookies
Description
These Fruit & Nut Refrigerator Cookies are a classic homemade treat that balances the sweetness of candied cherries with the crunch of chopped nuts. The dough is rich with butter and shortening, creating a tender crumb that holds up well to the mix-ins. Because this is a refrigerator cookie dough, it requires chilling overnight to firm up, making it an excellent make-ahead dessert for holidays or unexpected guests. Simply slice and bake whenever you crave a warm, aromatic snack. The combination of wheat and oat flours adds a subtle nuttiness, while vanilla and a hint of baking soda ensure a light, golden finish. These cookies are nostalgic, comforting, and incredibly easy to prepare.Ingredients
Directions
-
Preheat oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC).
-
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
-
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, shortening, and sugar until light and fluffy.
-
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
-
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
-
Fold in the candied fruit and chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
-
Divide the dough in half and shape each portion into a smooth log about 1.5 inches in diameter.
-
Wrap the logs tightly in waxed paper or plastic wrap.
-
Refrigerate the dough logs for at least 3 hours, or overnight, until firm enough to slice.
-
Unwrap the dough and slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
-
Place the slices on ungreased baking sheets, spaced about 1 inch apart.
-
Bake for 10 to 13 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
-
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 96
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 13.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.0g0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 3500.0mg146%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.8g3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best results, chill the dough overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and makes slicing cleaner.
You can substitute the candied cherries with other dried fruits like raisins, cranberries, or apricots.
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
To freeze unbaked cookies, slice the dough, place slices on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the baking time.
cookies, refrigerator cookies, fruit, nuts, candied cherries, baking, dessert, make-ahead, holiday treats, snack, sweet, chewy, homemade, christmas cookies, log cookies, vanilla, butter
