Instructions:

Fruit Cake Cookies

2 boxes yellow cake mix
1 cup softened butter or margarine
3 eggs
4 cups candied fruits
1 cup chopped nuts, optional

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

In a large bowl, combine first three ingredients at low speed until thoroughly moistened. With a large spoon, stir in candied fruit and nuts if using until thoroughly mixed.

Drop by rounded tablespoonful 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until set. Cool 2 minutes, remove from baking sheet. Store in airtight containers. They can be frozen up to 3 months.