Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies
Cranberry orange shortbread cookies are a delightful blend of buttery richness, zesty orange, and tart cranberries. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for festive occasions or cozy evenings at home. Whip up a batch effortlessly, and indulge in these colorful, flavorful delights that are sure to impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dried cranberries (chopped)
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in the orange zest and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just incorporated. Fold in the dried cranberries.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Allow cooling on sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg