Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies: Easy Festive Treats to Delight
Delight your guests this holiday season with these vibrant and flavorful Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies. They are simple to make and perfect for any festive gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture.
- Fold in the dried cranberries and orange zest.
- Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are golden.
- Let cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding chopped walnuts or pecans.
- These cookies can be decorated with icing for a festive touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Christmas, cookies, cranberry, orange, festive treats