Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies
Experience the joy of the holidays with these Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies! Bursting with vibrant flavors, each cookie combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries and fresh orange zest, creating a delightful treat that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Easy to make with common pantry ingredients, these cookies are ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply indulge in a festive snack, this recipe is sure to become a holiday favorite. Pack them up as thoughtful gifts or enjoy them fresh from the oven—either way, they’re a delicious way to celebrate the 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, followed by orange juice and zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture until combined.
- Fold in dried cranberries evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for about 8 minutes or until lightly golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg