Cranberry Orange Cookies
Delightful cookies combining tart cranberries and sweet orange zest, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Use the spoon-and-level method for measuring.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries, chopped Fresh cranberries provide better flavor.
- Zest of 1 large orange
Icing (optional)
- 1 cup powdered sugar For icing.
- 1 tablespoon orange juice For icing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped cranberries and orange zest evenly into the dough.
Baking
- Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden - the centers may look slightly underbaked.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Icing (optional)
- Mix powdered sugar with orange juice to form a glaze and drizzle it over the cooled cookies for added sweetness.
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Notes
Serve with coffee or tea for a cozy treat. They can be garnished with powdered sugar or a simple orange glaze. For a twist, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.