Fruitcake Shortbread Cookies

Fruitcake Shortbread Cookies

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A twist on the classic holiday dessert – These fruitcake shortbread cookies are sure to delight! Using real butter gives the cookie its crumbly, buttery texture. The dried fruit and nuts add just...

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Cooking tools:

  • Stand mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Sifter
  • Plastic wrap
  • Wax paper
  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Bread knife
  • Cooling rack
  • Airtight container
  • Spoon
  • Spatula
  • Kitchen timer
  • Aluminum foil

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon brandy (or 1 teaspoon vanilla)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup chopped red candied cherries
  • ¼ cup chopped green candied cherries
  • ¼ cup chopped candied orange peel
  • ¼ cup chopped dried apricots
  • ¼ cup chopped dried figs
  • 2 tablespoons raisins
  • 2 tablespoons dried currants
  • 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pecans

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