Cranberry Orange Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavor combination of Cranberry Orange Cookies—perfectly buttery shortbread cookies infused with zesty orange and chewy dried cranberries. These cookies are not only a treat for your taste buds but also a breeze to make, making them ideal for gatherings or cozy afternoons at home. The best part? You can prepare the dough ahead of time and bake fresh batches as needed. Each bite offers a refreshing tang that will have everyone asking for more!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 16 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup confectioners' sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, confectioners' sugar, and orange zest until light and fluffy.
- Mix in egg yolks and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add flour mixture until just combined; fold in cranberries.
- Shape into two logs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Slice logs into 1/3-inch circles.
- Arrange slices on a baking sheet and sprinkle with sugar if desired.
- Bake for 12-13 minutes until set; sprinkle with additional sugar while warm.
- Cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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