Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of tart cranberries and sweet oranges with these scrumptious cranberry orange cookies. Soft and chewy, each bite offers a burst of flavor that transports you to a sun-kissed orchard. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as an everyday treat, these cookies are easy to make and fill your home with an irresistible aroma. Experience the joy of baking and sharing these vibrant cookies with family and friends!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup dried cranberries (or fresh)
- Zest of 1 orange
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Gently fold in cranberries and orange zest into the batter.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Let cool before transferring to wire racks.
- Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg