Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies
Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies! Bursting with the tangy sweetness of dried cranberries and the zesty brightness of fresh orange, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a batch that’s sure to be a hit among family and friends. With their soft texture and beautiful glaze, these cookies will fill your home with warm aromas and joyful moments. Enjoy them yourself or gift them in cute boxes for a thoughtful treat this holiday season!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups dried cranberries
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Cream together softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in one egg, orange juice, and orange zest until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, salt, and baking soda; gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in dried cranberries gently.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for about 8 minutes until lightly golden.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with orange juice and zest until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies (approximately 30g total)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg