Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies
These Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies are a festive and flavorful treat perfect for the holidays. Bursting with tart cranberries, bright orange zest, and warm spices, they’re sure to become a new family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 36 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the dried cranberries and nuts (if using).
- Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, drizzle the cooled cookies with a simple orange glaze made from powdered sugar and orange juice.