Cranberry Orange Cookies
Cranberry Orange Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the refreshing zest of orange. Perfectly chewy and bursting with flavor, these cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons with friends. Their enchanting aroma will fill your kitchen, making them irresistible to all who pass by. With just a few simple ingredients and quick preparation, you’ll have a batch of cookies that not only look stunning but taste incredible.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- Zest of 1 fresh orange
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda.
- In a mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest; mix until combined.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Gently fold in cranberries.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using dried cherries or chocolate chips instead of cranberries. Chill the dough briefly if too soft before baking for better shape retention.