Slice ‘n’ Bake Fruitcake Cookies Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup confectioners’ 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

1. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Fold in raisins and cherries.
2. Shape dough into two 2-in.-thick logs; securely wrap each in waxed paper. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.
3. Cut logs into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Source: tasteofhome.com 

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