Fruitcake Cookies Recipe

Directions:

1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a small bowl.
2. Set aside 1/2 cup of mixture.
3. Combine, pecans, fruit mix, dates and cherries; mix well.
4. Dredge fruit mixture in reserved 1/2 cup flour mixture.
5. Cream butter in a large bowl; gradually add sugar, beating until fluffy.
6. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well.
7. Add dry ingredients alternately with wine and milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
8. Stir in fruit mixture.
9. Drop dough by level teaspoons onto greased cookie sheets.
10. Bake at 325 degrees for 15 minutes or until golden.
11. Cool on wire rack.
12. Makes 4 dozen.