Description
If you’re looking for a delightful holiday treat, the Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe is sure to impress! These cookies perfectly blend the tartness of fresh cranberries with the zesty brightness of orange, creating a festive flavor that’s hard to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 â…“ cups granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon orange zest
- 2 large egg yolks
- 3 Tablespoons orange juice
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
Instructions
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Mix in orange zest, egg yolks, and orange juice until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in fresh cranberries.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets. Sprinkle with sugar and extra orange zest.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 13 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Cool on wire racks before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg