Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe
Indulge in the festive spirit with our Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe! These delightful cookies blend the tartness of dried cranberries with the bright, zesty flavor of fresh oranges, creating a treat that captures the essence of holiday cheer. Perfect for family gatherings, cozy evenings, or as thoughtful gifts, these cookies are not only visually appealing but also easy to make. With their warm aroma wafting through your home, they are sure to evoke cherished memories and spread joy during the festive season.
- 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 oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in the egg, orange juice, and orange zest until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients while stirring gently.
- Fold in dried cranberries until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for approximately 8 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with orange juice and zest until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg