Sugar Plum Cookies
Indulge in the holiday magic with these enchanting Sugar Plum Cookies, a delightful fusion of festive flavors and warm spices. Featuring a soft, buttery base enriched with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, these cookies are studded with finely chopped dried plums, apricots, and optional walnuts or pecans for a chewy, fruity texture that’s simply irresistible. Dusted in a delicate coat of powdered sugar, they exude a snowy, whimsical charm perfect for holiday gatherings or as a homemade gift. Ready in just 25 minutes, these cookies are as easy to make as they are to enjoy. Whether you’re baking for a Christmas party or cozying up with a warm cup of tea, Sugar Plum Cookies promise a sweet, nostalgic treat that will leave everyone asking for the recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cup dried plums (prunes), finely chopped
- 0.5 cup dried apricots, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup walnuts or pecans, finely chopped (optional)
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, and beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure soft cookies.
Fold in the chopped dried plums, dried apricots, and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly underbaked. Be careful not to overbake.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies are cool, roll each cookie in powdered sugar to give them a festive coating. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.7 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 703 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.9 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 188.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 710 mg | 15% | |
*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.
