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Chewy Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies


  • Author: urbanrecipes1gmail-com
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightfully chewy cookies bursting with the sweet and tart flavors of cranberries and bright notes of orange, perfect for the holiday season.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 teaspoon orange juice


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually blend this dry mixture into the wet mixture.
  5. Fold in the dried cranberries, orange zest, and orange juice until evenly distributed.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze for up to three months, separating layers with parchment paper.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American