I have a recipe that was given to me by an old friend of my first husband's family, she called them Christmas Rocks. No liquor was involved, but plenty of raisins, dates and nuts (pecans always my "go to" nut). I'd be happy to share if you are interested, please send PM if you would like to try this recipe. She always tended to burn the bottoms of her cookies also, but my kids surely do love having the recipe (and the cookies)!