Now if we are talking about CHRISTMAS cookies, that is an entirely different ball game. There is one main recipe for Christmas cookies in this house. Of course, I do the usual sugar cookie cut outs with my kids and try new ones that every year. Those are all good but not as good as THE Christmas cookie. I've actually written about them before. Probably 35 years ago, my Mom ate some cookies made by a friend and just had to have the recipe. Ever since then, we have made these every single year. I usually make a double batch because they do not last long!!
My usual chocolate chip cookie recipe can be found here: Betty Crocker's Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie
And here is the favorite: my Mom's most awesome Christmas cookie ever!
Fruit Drop Cookies
1/2 cup oil
1 egg
3/4 cup white sugar
1-1/2 cup flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1 cup candied mixed fruit
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Heat oven to 375. Combine oil, egg, and sugar; beat for 2 minutes. Mix 1 cup flour, baking powder, salt, and spices. Add to oil mixture. Mix remaining 1/2 cup of flour with candied fruit, raisins, and nuts. Drop by tablespoons full onto greases cookie sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden brown.
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