Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies
Indulge in the festive spirit with our Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe! This delightful treat combines the sweet and tart flavors of dried cranberries and zesty orange, creating a warm and inviting cookie perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. These cookies are not only easy to make but also family-friendly, guaranteed to bring smiles to both kids and adults alike. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a batch of these mouthwatering cookies that boast a chewy texture and bright citrus notes. Plus, they’re make-ahead friendly—freeze the dough for fresh cookies whenever you crave them!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: 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 softened butter with sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, orange juice, and zest until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda; gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in dried cranberries.
- Scoop mounds of dough onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 8 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar with orange juice and zest; drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg