Holiday Fruit and Nut Gems

Submitted by Chef mariajane

"This is a very delicious recipe for Holiday cookies, the are so delicious and are fantastic for that dessert tray for the coffee and tea that follows the big meals -"

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Yields: 3 dozen cookies

ingredients

• 12 ounces red and green glazed cherries, chopped
• 4 slices candied pineapple, chopped
• 1 cup pecans, chopped
• 1 cup walnuts, chopped
• 1 cup brazil nut, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup flour
• 3 egg whites
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

directions

1. In a bowl, combine cherries, pineapple and nuts, Add flour and mix well.,.
2. In another bowl, beat egg whites and salt together until foamy, Gradually add sugar, beating until mixture is glossy and form stiff peaks. Fold in fruit mixture. Add vanilla.
3. Drop by teaspon on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350F for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for a few minutes on cookie sheet, then transfer to wire rack to finish cooling.