Description
Delightful Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies that combine rich, buttery flavors with zesty orange and tart cranberries, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Unsalted Butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Dried Cranberries
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Orange Zest
- 1/4 cup Orange Juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add in orange zest, vanilla extract, and orange juice until well combined.
- Incorporate the flour and salt gradually, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the dried cranberries gently.
- Shape the dough into two logs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Slice the chilled logs into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on a wire rack before enjoying.
Notes
For a fun twist, consider using lemon zest or adding white chocolate chips for sweetness. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: shortbread, cookies, holiday baking, orange, cranberry