Spiced Prune Cookies
Treat your taste buds to the warm, cozy flavors of *Spiced Prune Cookies*, a delightful blend of soft, buttery dough infused with aromatic cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of citrusy orange zest. These cookies are studded with naturally sweet, chewy chopped prunes and crunchy optional walnuts, making them a sophisticated twist on classic cookie recipes. Perfectly spiced and lightly golden, they offer a balance of sweetness and spice that’s ideal for fall gatherings, holiday dessert platters, or a comforting snack with tea. Easy to prepare in just over 30 minutes, these cookies are a must-try treat that brings a touch of nostalgia with every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 piece Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest (from 1 medium orange)
- 1 cup Prunes, chopped
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest to the creamed mixture. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Gently fold in the chopped prunes and walnuts (if using) with a spatula.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly golden. Do not overbake for a soft texture.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.8 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 18 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 75 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
