Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies
If you’re searching for a festive treat that embodies the warmth of the holiday season, look no further than our Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe. These delightful cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with the perfect balance of tart cranberries and zesty oranges. Ideal for family gatherings or last-minute holiday events, they come together quickly, making them a fantastic addition to your seasonal baking lineup. With their vibrant flavors and inviting aroma, these cookies are sure to become a beloved favorite in your home!
- 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 butter, softened
- 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
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Cream softened butter with sugar and brown sugar until smooth.
- Incorporate egg, orange juice, and zest into the mixture until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking soda; gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
- Gently fold in dried cranberries.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 8 minutes until lightly golden.
- While your cookies cool on a wire rack, whisk together powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest for that delightful glaze. Drizzle it over each cookie once they are completely cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg