Festive Cherry Date Drop Cookies
Embrace the spirit of the holidays with these delightful Festive Cherry Date Drop Cookies! Bursting with the rich flavors of sweet cherries, luscious dates, and crunchy pecans, these cookies bring a cheerful addition to any holiday gathering. The blend of brown sugar and buttermilk creates a tender texture, ensuring each bite is as memorable as the last. Perfect for sharing with family and friends, these cookies are bound to become a cherished tradition for years to come!
55
Servings
20
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
shortening
1 cup (softened)
brown sugar
2 cups (firmly packed)
large eggs
2 (beaten)
salt
1 teaspoon (to taste)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (sifted)
buttermilk
1/2 cup (room temperature)
all-purpose flour
3 1/2 cups (sifted)
cherries
2 cups (chopped)
dates
2 cups (chopped)
pecans
1 1/2 cups (chopped)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening and firmly packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
2
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next.
3
In a separate bowl, combine the salt, baking soda, and all-purpose flour. Gradually mix this into the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk until just combined.
4
Fold in the chopped cherries, dates, and pecans gently until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the batter in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
6
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7
Drop the batter by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there is enough space between each cookie.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
1.2g
Fat
2.2g
Carbs
0.2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Festive Cherry Date Drop Cookies?
They are holiday-themed cookies featuring cherries, dates, and pecans with a tender texture from brown sugar and buttermilk.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 55 cookies.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) for these cookies.
How long should these cookies be baked?
Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Do I need to chill the dough?
Yes, the batter should be covered and chilled in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
What type of fat is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of softened shortening.
What kind of sugar is required?
You will need 2 cups of firmly packed brown sugar.
How many calories are in each cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 20 calories.
What fruits are included in these cookies?
The recipe features 2 cups of chopped cherries and 2 cups of chopped dates.
Are there nuts in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 1/2 cups of chopped pecans.
What is the first step in making these cookies?
The first step is to cream together the shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
How should I prepare the eggs?
Use 2 large beaten eggs and add them to the mixture one at a time.
What role does buttermilk play in this recipe?
Buttermilk is used to create a tender texture in the cookies.
Should the buttermilk be cold?
No, the recipe specifies using 1/2 cup of room temperature buttermilk.
How much flour is needed?
The recipe requires 3 1/2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How should the batter be placed on the baking sheet?
Drop the batter by teaspoonfuls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Do I need to sift the baking soda?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of sifted baking soda.
What is the nutritional fat content per serving?
Each cookie has 1.2 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a cookie?
Each cookie contains 2.2 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content per cookie?
There is 0.2 grams of protein per cookie.
How should I cool the cookies after baking?
Allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
How do I incorporate the dry ingredients?
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk until just combined.
What should I use to line the baking sheet?
The instructions recommend using parchment paper.
When should I fold in the fruit and nuts?
Fold in the chopped cherries, dates, and pecans after the main batter is mixed but before chilling.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 teaspoon of salt.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Tags include christmas cookies, drop cookies, holiday treats, and pecan cookies.
What does 'drop cookie' mean?
It refers to a method where the cookie dough is dropped from a spoon onto the baking sheet rather than rolled or sliced.
How should I prepare the cherries and dates?
Both the cherries and the dates should be chopped before being added to the batter.
Can these cookies be shared?
Yes, they are described as perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holidays.
Is this a traditional holiday recipe?
Yes, the description notes these cookies are bound to become a cherished holiday tradition.