Description
Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies are a delightful fusion of buttery richness and zesty citrus, perfectly balanced with tart cranberries. These cookies boast a crumbly texture that melts in your mouth, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Ideal for holiday gatherings or afternoon tea, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Zest of 1 medium orange
- 1 cup dried cranberries (chopped if large)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the orange zest and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt; gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the dried cranberries.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 24mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg