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Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies


  • Author: chefcletus
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightfully festive cookies bursting with sweet-tart cranberries and bright orange zest.


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg, then mix in the orange juice and orange zest.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped cranberries.
  7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and drop spoonfuls of dough onto the sheet.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Consider adding chopped pecans or walnuts for added flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 21g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Christmas cookies, cranberry orange cookies, holiday baking, festive treats