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Easy Slice and Bake Fruitcake Cookies Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup each red and green candied cherries, chopped

Directions:
Directions:
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 5 to 7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour and baking soda in a mixing bowl; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Fold in raisins and cherries.

Shape dough into two 2-in.-thick logs; securely wrap each in waxed paper. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.

Preheat oven to 350º F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Cut logs into 1/4-inch slices. Place 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Bake at 350° for
12-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Be sure to rotate sheet pans halfway through baking time. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Store in airtight containers.

Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
5 dozen
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
2 hours 15 minutes plus 15 minutes baking time per batch.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Very Festive Cookie!

 

 

 

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