Description
If you’re searching for a festive treat that embodies the joy of the holiday season, look no further than our Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe. These delightful cookies combine the tartness of cranberries with the bright zest of oranges, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for family gatherings, cozy nights in, or as gifts for loved ones, these cookies are quick to prepare and are sure to spread cheer all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 cup granulated 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, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, orange juice, and orange zest until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda; gradually add to wet ingredients.
- Fold in dried cranberries.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Drop spoonfuls of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for about 8 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool completely before icing with a mixture of powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg