Fruitcake Cookies

Fruitcake Cookies
You can never have too many dessert recipes, so give Fruitcake Cookies a try. One serving contains 101 calories, 1g of protein, and 5g of fat. This vegetarian recipe serves 60. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Christmas. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 14 hours and 50 minutes. Head to the store and pick up pecans, brown sugar, raisins, and a few other things to make it today.

Instructions

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Snip off the hard stems of the figs with scissors or a small knife and coarsely chop the figs. In a medium bowl, combine the figs, raisins, cherries, apricots, honey, sherry, lemon juice, pecans, and a pinch of salt. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to sit overnight at room temperature.
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In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter, cloves, superfine sugar, and brown sugar on medium speed until smooth, about 3 minutes. With the mixer on low speed, add the egg and mix until incorporated. With the mixer still on low, slowly add the flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt just until combined. Don't over mix!
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Add the fruits and nuts, including any liquid in the bowl.
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Divide the dough in half and place each half on the long edge of a 12 by 18-inch piece of parchment or waxed paper.
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Roll each half into a log, 1 1/2 to 1 3/4-inch thick, making an 18-inch-long roll. Refrigerate the dough for several hours, or until firm.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
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With a small, sharp knife, cut the logs into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
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Place the slices 1/2-inch apart on ungreased sheet pans and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until lightly golden.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In14 hrs, 50 m.
Servings60
Health Score0
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