Yuletide Refrigerator Cookies
Yuletide Refrigerator Cookies are a simple way to share the Christmas spirit. Make the dough, roll up the Yule log and slice these ice box cookies for a quick treat.
Cooking Time12 min
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans)
- 1 cup chopped candied cherries or fruit
Instructions
- Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir well to blend.
- Cream butter, shortening, sugar, eggs, and vanilla thoroughly.
- Stir flour mixture into creamed mixture. Mix well.
- Fold in nuts and fruit.
- Chill 1/2 hour for easier handling, if desired. Shape dough into 2 smooth rolls about 1 - 1/2" in diameter. Wrap in waxed paper and chill till firm.
- When you are ready to bake the cookies, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Slice with sharp, thin knife into 1/4" slides. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until golden.