Christmas Rocks Festive Fruit and Nut Cookies
Delightful cookies with dried fruits and mixed nuts, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup flour All-purpose flour provides structure.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Key ingredient for rising.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Enhances flavor with warm notes.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
- 2 cups oatmeal Rolled oats add a satisfying chew.
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (melted) Adds richness and flavor.
- 1/2 cup honey Nature's sweetener.
- 1 cup brown sugar Adds moisture and depth.
- 2 eggs Binds ingredients together.
Add-ins
- 1 cup mixed nuts (chopped) Almonds, cashews, and walnuts.
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (chopped) Cherries, apricots, and raisins.
- 1 cup coconut flakes Adds chewiness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the melted butter, honey, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix gently until combined.
- Stir in the oats, nuts, dried fruits, and coconut flakes.
Baking
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies. Experiment with nuts or dried fruit variations.