Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies
If you’re searching for a festive treat that embodies the spirit of the holiday season, look no further than these Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies! This delightful recipe perfectly marries the tartness of cranberries with the bright zest of oranges, creating a chewy cookie that everyone will love. Ideal for gatherings or as homemade gifts, these cookies are not only simple to make but also offer endless variations to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or shared with loved ones, they are guaranteed to bring joy and smiles all around.
- 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
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, orange juice, and orange zest until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add to wet ingredients; mix just until combined.
- Gently fold in dried cranberries until evenly distributed.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for about 8 minutes or until lightly golden.
- For icing, combine powdered sugar with orange juice and zest; drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg