Cranberry Orange Cookies
These Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies are a perfect combination of sweet, tart, and buttery. With the richness of shortbread and the refreshing zest of orange paired with tart cranberries, these cookies make a delicious holiday treat or a snack for any occasion. Easy to make, these cookies offer a melt-in-your-mouth texture that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 24-30 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (chopped)
- 1/4 teaspoon orange extract (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Prep the dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and orange zest and mix until combined.
- Add dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until the dough starts to come together.
- Add cranberries: Stir in the chopped dried cranberries and mix until evenly distributed.
- Form the dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface, divide it in half, and shape each half into a log or disc. Wrap each in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Slice and bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Once chilled, slice the dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges of the cookies begin to turn golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider dipping the cooled cookies in white chocolate.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- You can freeze the dough logs for up to 3 months if you prefer to bake them later.
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