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Glazed Fruitcake Shortbread Cookies

Glazed Fruitcake Shortbread Cookies for Holiday Bliss

These Glazed Fruitcake Shortbread Cookies blend rich buttery flavors with glazed fruits, making them a delightful holiday treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup butter at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar substitute with coconut sugar if desired
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup glazed fruits & glazed cherries use dried fruits if glaze is unavailable
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar adjust sugar amount for desired thickness
  • 2 tablespoons milk or rum can use water as an alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry Brush
  • Baking Sheets
  • Sharp knife
  • plastic wrap
  • Whisk
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream the butter and sugar by beating together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Incorporate the flour gradually, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  3. Fold in the glazed fruits gently using clean hands or a spatula.
  4. Shape the dough into two 7-inch squares and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
  5. Chill the dough squares in the refrigerator for about 25 minutes.
  6. Cut the chilled dough into 1.75-inch wide strips and then into 2-inch pieces.
  7. Bake the cookies at 325°F (163°C) for 23-25 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar with milk or rum until smooth.
  9. Once cookies are warm, glaze the tops generously with the prepared glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 5 days, or freeze unglazed cookies to enjoy later.

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