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Freshly baked Cranberry Orange Cookies with cranberries and orange zest

Cranberry Orange Cookies

Delightful cookies blending sweet cranberries with zesty orange for a chewy and refreshing treat, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Holiday
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Add-ins

  • 1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) Alter according to preference

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Whisk to blend them well.
  • In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
  • Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet mixture, blending until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the chopped dried cranberries and nuts, if using, until evenly distributed in the dough.
  • Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving a couple of inches between each for spreading.

Baking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are just set.
  • Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

Serve with a warm beverage like tea or coffee. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
Keyword Chewy Cookies, Cranberry Cookies, Festive Treats, Holiday Baking, Orange Zest