Christmas Cookies II
Christmas Cookies II might be From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 30 minutes. It will be a hit at your Christmas event. If you have baking powder, butter, golden raisins, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet.
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the golden raisins, dates, red and green candied cherries, pecans and grape juice. Set aside to soak. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, vanilla, and egg yolks until light and fluffy.
Combine the flour, baking soda and baking powder; stir into the creamed mixture.
Mix in the dried fruit mixture. Beat egg whites to stiff peaks; fold into the dough. Scoop cookies with a small ice cream scoop onto prepared cookie sheets. Pat down slightly.
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
Remove from baking sheets to cool on wire racks.