Description
These glazed fruitcake shortbread cookies offer a delightful twist on classic shortbread, incorporating the rich flavors of fruitcake in a convenient cookie form. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a festive treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mixed candied fruit, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the finely chopped candied fruit and pecans.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a fork.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract (if using) until smooth.
- Once cookies are completely cool, drizzle or spread the glaze over each cookie.
- Let the glaze set before storing.
Notes
- Ensure butter is at room temperature for best results.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a richer fruitcake flavor, you can soak the candied fruit in a tablespoon of rum or brandy for 30 minutes before adding to the dough.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: fruitcake, shortbread, cookies, glazed, holiday, festive