Description
Deliciously festive cookies featuring the bright flavors of orange and the tartness of cranberries, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mix, stirring until just combined. Fold in the orange zest and dried cranberries.
- Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are crispy but centers are still soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Chill the dough for at least an hour before baking for the best flavor and texture. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Christmas, Cranberry, Orange, Cookies, Holiday Baking