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christmas rocks

Recipe by
Alice Hayes
indianapolis, IN

My Aunt Sally made these and every bite was a true delight

yield 8 dozen
prep time 1 Hr
cook time 25 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For christmas rocks

  • 1 c
    soft butter
  • 1 1/2 c
    light brown sugar
  • 3
    eggs
  • 3 c
    sifted flour
  • 1 tsp
    soda
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 2 tsp
    cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp
    grd nutmeg
  • 1/2 c
    buttermilk
  • 3 c
    walnuts or pecans
  • 1 pkg
    red candied cherries
  • 1 pkg
    green candied cherries
  • 1/2 c
    raisins
  • 1/4 c
    light rum
  • 1 c
    chopped dates optional

How To Make christmas rocks

  • 1
    Cream butter and sugar until light.
  • 2
    Beat in eggs
  • 3
    Add sifted dry ingredients and milk until well mixed.
  • 4
    Pour batter over nuts and fruits and mix thoroughly. Drop from teaspoon onto greased cookie sheets. Bake for 20 -25 minutes at 325 degrees.
  • 5
    While still warm sprinkle with rum.

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