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Published: Dec 21, 2012 · Modified: Jan 8, 2021 by Sandhya Ramakrishnan · This post may contain affiliate links

Christmas Fruit Cookies | Tutti Frutti Biscuit

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Christmas fruit cookies are a must in our Holiday platter. These melt in the mouth Butter Cookies studded with candied cherries are so pretty to serve and absolutely delicious.

Christmas Fruit Cookies or Tutti Fruity Cookies served in a dish

I was just about done with the entire cookie making and packing, when I realized that I was running short on one of my cookies. So I had to make another batch and incidentally that morning I saw this recipe on Sowmya’s space.

Fruit Cookies served in a bowl will lid

The ingredients needed for Fruit Cookies are pretty straightforward. I have plans to make the Christmas fruit cake and hence had bought couple of boxes of the mixed fruit and cherries.

My husband loves these cherries (tutti frutti) and since they are only available during the Christmas time here, I literally hoard on them.

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The mixed fruit mix that I had also had some candied lemon peel and candied orange peel which added to a wonderful texture in the cookies. So here I go with her recipe. For my friends who need an eggless cookie recipe, this one is for you.

Preparation time – 10 mins plus 45 mins to chill the dough
Cooking time – 10 – 15 mins/batch
Difficulty level – easy

Eggless cookies with candied fruits in a  dish

Ingredients to make Fruit Cookies – (makes about 3 dozen small Fruit cookies)

  • All Purpose flour – 1 cup
  • Butter (softened) – 6 tablespoon (¾th stick)
  • Confectionary sugar – ½ cup
  • Tutti frutti/candied cherry or other fruits – ⅓ cup
  • Vanilla extract – ½ tsp
  • Milk – 1 to 2 Tbsp
Fruits cookies in a green bowl

Procedure 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and keep it aside.
  • Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. To this add the vanilla and mix well.
cream butter and sugar in mixer beater
  • Sift the flour and add it to the butter mixture slowly. Mix well. Now add the tutti frutti too and mix it well. I did not use any milk to form dough, but if the mixture looks crumbly, slowly add the milk to get sticky dough.
Mixing Tutti Frutti in butter
  • Gather the dough on the work surface and bring it all together. Form a log in the desired size and roll it in a parchment/wax paper and freeze it for about 45 mins.
Dough rolled in wax paper
  • Once the dough is hard, cut it into slices using a very sharp knife. Make sure you cut it in one move, otherwise the edges might crumble. If that happens, just use your fingers to form the shape and lay it on the prepared baking tray.
Cookies shaped and placed in the baking tray
  • Bake them for about 10-15 mins or until the edges are slightly brown. Keep an eye from about 10 mins, because depending on the thickness of the cookies they cook either at 10 mins or it might take slightly longer.
  • Cool them on racks and store the Fruit Cookies in air tight containers.
Fruit Cookies served in dish with bells and ribbons
  • You could use any candied fruit to make this cookie. If candied fruits are not available use any dried fruits that are chopped into small pieces.
  • Slice the cookies uniformly because the baking time depends on the thickness. If the cookies are sliced unevenly, some might get burnt before the others are cooked through.

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Christmas Fruit Cookies in a Dish

Christmas Fruit Cookies | Tutti Frutti Biscuit

Christmas fruit cookies are a must in our Holiday platter. These melt in the mouth Butter Cookies studded with candied cherries are so pretty to serve and absolutely delicious.
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Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Vegetarian
Prep Time: 55 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 36 cookies
Calories: 33kcal
Author: Sandhya Ramakrishnan

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer

Ingredients

  • 1 cup All-Purpose flour
  • 6 tablespoon Butter softened (¾th stick)
  • ½ cup Confectionary sugar
  • ⅓ cup Tutti frutti/candied cherry or other fruits
  • ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 to 2 tablespoon Milk

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and keep it aside.
  • Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. To this add the vanilla and mix well.
  • Sift the flour and add it to the butter mixture slowly. Mix well. Now add the tutti frutti too and mix it well. I did not use any milk to form a dough, but if the mixture looks crumbly, slowly add the milk to get a sticky dough.
  • Gather the dough on the work surface and bring it all together. Form a log in the desired size and roll it in parchment/wax paper and freeze it for about 45 mins.
  • Once the dough is hard, cut it into slices using a very sharp knife. Make sure you cut it in one move, otherwise the edges might crumble. If that happens, just use your fingers to form the shape and lay it on the prepared baking tray.
  • Bake them for about 10-15 mins or until the edges are slightly brown. Keep an eye from about 10 mins, because depending on the thickness of the cookies they cook either at 10 mins or it might take slightly longer.
  • Cool them on racks and store the Fruit Cookies in airtight containers.

Notes

  • You could use any candied fruit to make this cookie. If candied fruits are not available use any dried fruits that are chopped into small pieces.
  • Slice the cookies uniformly because the baking time depends on the thickness. If the cookies are sliced unevenly, some might get burnt before the others are cooked through.

Nutrition

Calories: 33kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 5mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 59IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. janie says

    December 14, 2016 at 10:18 am

    Oh my, that picture of the cookie dough? I swear I wouldn't have been able to resist scooping up a spoonful - it looks so delicious! 🙂
    Janie x

    Reply
  2. Erren says

    December 14, 2016 at 10:05 am

    I love these! And the colors seem to perfectly match the festive season too!

    Reply
  3. Bintu - Recipes From A Pantry says

    December 14, 2016 at 9:18 am

    Great cookies, I would love these at Christmas. Would be nice to pack them as a gift too

    Reply
    • Sandhya Ramakrishnan says

      December 14, 2016 at 9:25 am

      My cookie tins that go out always has these cookies. Thanks Bintu!

      Reply
  4. Jamie | The Kitchenarium says

    December 14, 2016 at 9:10 am

    These cookies look like beautiful jewels. I love them!

    Reply
    • Sandhya Ramakrishnan says

      December 14, 2016 at 9:18 am

      Thanks Jamie!

      Reply
  5. Platter Talk says

    December 14, 2016 at 9:10 am

    These cookies remind me of stained glass windows. I want to try this recipe. Looks wonderful.

    Reply
    • Sandhya Ramakrishnan says

      December 14, 2016 at 9:17 am

      I love stained glass cookies and have to make them sometime. Thanks 🙂

      Reply
  6. Team cooking classes says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Very nicely written post it contains useful information for me.

    Reply
  7. Vardhini says

    January 05, 2013 at 5:21 am

    Inviting cookies. Thx for linking.

    Vardhini
    Event: New U - 2013

    Reply
  8. DeepthiDigvijay says

    December 27, 2012 at 2:36 pm

    Thank you for the wonderful entry to
    Good Food Recipes-Christmas Food Fair Event

    Reply
    • shasan18 says

      December 30, 2012 at 12:38 am

      My Pleasure Deepthi!

      Reply
  9. DeepthiDigvijay says

    December 27, 2012 at 2:38 pm

    GLAD TO FOLLOW YOU, i WOULD BE HAPPY IF YOU FOLLOW ME TOO!!!

    Reply
  10. Arthy shama says

    December 24, 2012 at 4:56 pm

    Very nice and creamy... hm... if only i cud reach and hav a taste!!!

    Reply
    • shasan18 says

      December 30, 2012 at 12:37 am

      Thanks Arthy 🙂

      Reply
  11. Janani says

    December 24, 2012 at 8:02 pm

    Nice recipe very colourful and looks yummy.

    Reply
    • shasan18 says

      December 30, 2012 at 12:37 am

      Thanks Janani!

      Reply
  12. Swasthi Blank says

    December 21, 2012 at 5:39 pm

    they look awesome and cute Sandhya! i too made these but with choco chips

    Reply
    • shasan18 says

      December 23, 2012 at 6:02 pm

      Thanks Swasthi! Chocolate chips would be a wonderful addition 🙂

      Reply
  13. Julie says

    December 21, 2012 at 8:35 pm

    colorful & cute:)
    Join EP event-Garlic OR Turmeric @ Spice n Flavors

    Reply
    • shasan18 says

      December 23, 2012 at 6:02 pm

      Thanks Julie!

      Reply
  14. Priya R says

    December 21, 2012 at 12:00 pm

    wow lovely cookies dear and perfectly made 🙂 hope u enjoyed them

    Reply
    • shasan18 says

      December 21, 2012 at 4:03 pm

      Thanks Priya! My family loves it 🙂

      Reply
  15. Divya Pramil says

    December 21, 2012 at 7:05 am

    Looks so delicious dear 🙂 Love the tuti fruti on them 🙂
    Mini Banana Walnut Cake Using Pressure Cooker | Christmas Recipes

    Reply
    • shasan18 says

      December 21, 2012 at 4:02 pm

      Thanks Divya!

      Reply
  16. Hamaree Rasoi says

    December 21, 2012 at 11:58 am

    Wow ! I am seeing these cookies almost everywhere in blogging world...yummy cookies

    Reply
    • shasan18 says

      December 21, 2012 at 4:03 pm

      Thanks! I also see it all over 🙂

      Reply
  17. Nivedhanams Sowmya says

    December 21, 2012 at 5:51 am

    Wow you have done it so well Sandhya!!! Glad u liked it!!!
    Sowmya
    Ongoing Event - Eggless Bakes and Treats
    Ongoing Event - SYF&HWS - Ginger

    Reply
    • shasan18 says

      December 21, 2012 at 4:01 pm

      Thanks Sowmya for the recipe! It is a great hit in my house. My husband loved it 🙂

      Reply
  18. Vidya says

    December 21, 2012 at 10:01 am

    Looks so delicious..those are very cute.

    Reply
    • shasan18 says

      December 21, 2012 at 4:02 pm

      Thanks Vidya!

      Reply
  19. tadkapasta says

    December 21, 2012 at 9:42 am

    Cute-looking cookies, perfect for Christmas!

    Reply
    • shasan18 says

      December 21, 2012 at 4:02 pm

      Thanks 🙂

      Reply
  20. cookcookandcook says

    December 21, 2012 at 7:18 am

    Yummy cookies.. I hope I could get some.. 🙂 Thanks for linking

    Reply
    • shasan18 says

      December 21, 2012 at 4:02 pm

      Thanks 🙂

      Reply

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