Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies
Indulge in the festive spirit with our Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe! These delightful cookies are a perfect balance of tart cranberries and zesty orange, making them a vibrant addition to your holiday celebrations. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, they are ideal for sharing at gatherings, gifting to loved ones, or simply enjoying at home. Each bite offers a refreshing taste that stands out among traditional holiday treats. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, bakers of all skill levels will find joy in creating these festive delights.
- 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
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, orange juice, and zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until combined. Stir in dried cranberries.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the sheet about two inches apart.
- Bake for approximately 8 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow cooling on a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg