Fruitcake Coconut Cookies

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Fruitcake Coconut Cookies
40 min.
90
74kcal

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Are you in search of a delightful treat that perfectly balances the flavors of fruit and coconut? Look no further than these Fruitcake Coconut Cookies! Not only are they a sheer delight for your taste buds, but they also cater to both vegetarian and gluten-free diets. Whether you're preparing for a holiday gathering or simply satisfying a sweet craving, these cookies offer an irresistible combination of textures and tastes that everyone will love.

Imagine a bite-sized morsel that bursts with the sweetness of candied cherries and pineapple, complemented by the intense chewiness of diced dates, all enveloped in the richness of flaked coconut. The addition of chopped nuts adds a satisfying crunch, making each cookie a perfect snack any time of the day. With only 40 minutes from kitchen to delight, you can whip up a batch to share with friends, family, or even keep for a later treat (if they last that long!).

One of the best parts? These cookies are incredibly easy to make. No fancy techniques or exhaustive ingredient lists here—just simple, wholesome ingredients that result in a delightful, homemade cookie that will impress anyone who takes a bite. What are you waiting for? Grab your apron, preheat that oven, and let’s dive into a sweet adventure that promises joy in every cookie!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups candied cherries 
  • 2.5 cups coconut or flaked
  • cup dates diced
  • cups nuts chopped
  • 1.3 cups candied pineapple 
  • 1.5 cups condensed milk sweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • muffin tray

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300F/150C for 15 minutes. Line miniature muffin tins with paper liners.In a large bowl stir together the first 5 ingredients.
  2. Mix in the condensed milk. Fill in each cup with a tablespoon of the mixture.
  3. Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Mine were done in about 23 minutes.Cool it in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to the wire rack for them to cool completely. You would have to store these coconut cookies in an airtight container for 24 hours before serving. (See My Notes)

Nutrition Facts

Calories74kcal
Protein7.53%
Fat51.83%
Carbs40.64%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.24
Glycemic Load
2.65
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.9821739238889%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:73.54kcal
3.68%
Fat:4.45g
6.85%
Saturated Fat:1.96g
12.27%
Carbohydrates:7.86g
2.62%
Net Carbohydrates:6.86g
2.49%
Sugar:5.31g
5.9%
Cholesterol:1.73mg
0.58%
Sodium:7.98mg
0.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.46g
2.91%
Manganese:0.18mg
9.18%
Copper:0.09mg
4.34%
Fiber:1g
4%
Phosphorus:39.84mg
3.98%
Magnesium:15.23mg
3.81%
Potassium:73.61mg
2.1%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.06%
Calcium:19.39mg
1.94%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.9%
Selenium:1.24µg
1.78%
Iron:0.29mg
1.61%
Vitamin C:1.29mg
1.56%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.46%
Vitamin B3:0.28mg
1.41%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.29%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.22%