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Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies

A delightful combination of tart cranberries and sweet, zesty oranges, perfect for holiday gatherings and gifting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup butter Softened for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup sugar Adds sweetness to the cookies.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Provides moisture and depth of flavor.
  • 1 piece egg Binds the ingredients together.
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice Infuses freshness into the dough.
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest Enhances the citrus flavor profile.
  • 2 1/2 cups flour Forms the base of the cookie dough.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Helps cookies rise beautifully.
  • 2 cups dried cranberries Adds chewy texture and tartness.
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar For a sweet glaze finish.
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice Used in the glaze for added flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange zest Complements the glaze with citrus notes.

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare baking sheets.
  2. In a bowl, cream together butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the egg, orange juice, and orange zest until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the dried cranberries.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let cookies cool before glazing with the powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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