Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies
If you’re in search of a delightful holiday treat, look no further than these Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies! Combining the tartness of cranberries with the zesty brightness of fresh oranges, these cookies not only taste amazing but also fill your home with a warm, festive aroma. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this simple recipe ensures you can whip up a batch in no time. With minimal prep and bake time, these cookies will quickly become a cherished tradition in your holiday baking repertoire.
- 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 (for icing)
- 3 tablespoons orange juice (for icing)
- 1/2 teaspoon orange zest (for icing)
Instructions
- Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, orange juice, and zest; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in dried cranberries.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto lined baking sheets and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 8 minutes or until lightly golden.
- For icing, whisk powdered sugar with orange juice and zest until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: <20mg