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How to Make Cranberry Orange Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something magical about the combination of cranberries and oranges. The tartness of the cranberries perfectly complements the sweetness of the oranges, creating a flavor profile that is both refreshing and indulgent. When this delightful duo is added to a cookie recipe, the result is nothing short of extraordinary. Cranberry orange cookies are a beloved treat that embodies the essence of the holiday season, but they are also a delightful treat to enjoy any time of the year.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chopped cranberries
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts (Optional)
  • 1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice
  • ½ teaspoon grated orange zest

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 48 cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Make the cookies: Cream butter, white sugar, and brown sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth. Beat in egg until well blended. Mix in orange juice and zest.
  • Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Stir flour mixture into the butter mixture until combined. Mix in cranberries and walnuts until evenly distributed.
  • Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, switching racks halfway through, until edges are golden, 12 to 14 minutes. Transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, make the glaze: Mix together confectioners' sugar, orange juice, and zest in a small bowl until smooth.
  • Spread glaze over the tops of the cooled cookies; let stand until set.

    • Nutrition

    110 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 67mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 26mg

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