Description
Cranberry Orange Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balances the tartness of cranberries with the zesty brightness of orange. Each soft, chewy cookie is bursting with flavor, making them perfect for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations. Easy to prepare and irresistibly aromatic, these cookies will have everyone reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; fold in dried cranberries and orange zest.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg