Description
Indulge in the holiday spirit with Christmas Pudding Cookies, a delightful treat that marries the rich, spiced flavors of traditional Christmas pudding with the chewiness of cookies. Each bite offers a burst of cinnamon, nutmeg, and dried fruits, evoking joyful memories of cozy family gatherings. Perfect for sharing or enjoying by the fire, these cookies are a festive addition to any holiday celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup brandy (optional)
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, chopped apricots)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg one at a time; mix in brandy if using.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in dried fruits until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets about two inches apart and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
- Cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg