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Fruitcake Cookie Sandwiches

Fruitcake Cookie Sandwiches

Indulge in the festive delight of Fruitcake Cookie Sandwiches. These cookies combine rich flavors and textures with dried fruits and nuts, perfect for your holiday gatherings. Easy to make and visually appealing, they’re destined to become a family favorite!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar
  • ¾ cup Light Brown Sugar firmly packed
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon Apple Pie Spice
  • 2 cups Quick-Cooking Oats
  • ½ cup Sliced Almonds
  • ½ cup Chopped Green and Red Candied Cherries
  • ½ cup Chopped Dried Cherries

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Chef's Knife
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, beat unsalted butter and granulated sugar and light brown sugar at medium speed until fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, kosher salt, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and apple pie spice.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture on low speed until just combined.
  6. Fold in quick-cooking oats, sliced almonds, chopped green and red candied cherries, and chopped dried cherries.
  7. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, placing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until edges are golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes on sheets, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. Pipe Cherry Buttercream onto half of the cookies, then top each with another cookie.
  10. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.
  • Tip 2: Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
  • Tip 3: Keep an eye on baking time to avoid overbaking.
  • Tip 4: Customize with your favorite dried fruits and nuts.