Fruit Cocktail Cookies

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: American

These Fruit Cocktail Cookies are a delightful treat, combining the sweetness of fruit cocktail with a soft, chewy texture. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet snack, they offer a unique twist on traditional cookies. The optional spices and additions like raisins or coconut can elevate the flavor profile even further.

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. shortening
  • 1 c. white sugar
  • 2 c. fruit cocktail, drained
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 4 c. flour
  • 1 c. brown sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Cream shortening, white sugar, brown sugar, and eggs together.
  2. Add vanilla and stir.
  3. Add baking soda, baking powder, flour, and mix well.
  4. Fold in the drained fruit cocktail and any optional ingredients if using.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

822 kcal 41% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.6g 11% DV
Total Fat 33.5g 43% DV
Carbs 116.2g 42% DV
Fiber 1.5g 5% DV
Sugar 63.1g 100% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9648mg 100% DV
Potassium 285.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 65.8mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 19.3mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 0.7mg 1% DV
Calcium 1601mg 100% DV
Iron 5mg 28% DV
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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