Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies
Indulge in the festive flavors of our Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe! These delightful cookies combine the tartness of cranberries with the bright zest of oranges, creating a perfect treat for holiday gatherings. With a chewy texture and vibrant presentation, they fill your kitchen with warmth and joy. Whether you’re baking for family, friends, or gifting a batch to loved ones, these cookies are quick to prepare and sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Experience the magic of the season with this easy-to-follow recipe that promises to brighten up any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups dried cranberries
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in egg, orange juice, and orange zest until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda; gradually combine with wet ingredients.
- Gently fold in dried cranberries.
- Drop rounded dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 8 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Optional: While cooling, prepare icing by mixing powdered sugar with orange juice and zest; drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg