Leila
You’ve heard of the holiday fruitcake – you know the one that’s been passed around for generations and no one ever eats? Or so the story goes. Well, the same cannot be said for these delicious cookies that are full to the brim of delightful candied and dry fruit. You will love these. They make a great gift, wrapped in a nice holiday-themed tin. Continue reading
Shortbread brings back memories of holidays of old, but the nutty lemon flavor of these will bring something new. For everyone on your list and in your family who loves shortbread, these will be a winner that they’ll beg for year after year. Continue reading
These cookies look like Christmas decorations with the green pistachio layer and red candied cherry layer. They also taste delicious. If you have a pistachio lover in the family, they will really appreciate these decadent cookies. These cookies store well after being cooked, and freeze well, too – either prepared or in dough form.
Ingredients
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/3 cup pistachios, finely chopped
Green food coloring paste
1/3 cup red candied cherries, finely chopped
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