Fresh Cranberry Cookies
Bite into the perfect balance of tart and sweet with these Fresh Cranberry Cookies, a delightful twist on classic holiday baking. Made with plump, juicy fresh cranberries and a touch of brown sugar for a hint of caramel richness, these cookies combine soft, buttery dough with bursts of fruity brightness in every bite. A handful of optional chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, adds a delightful crunch, making these treats irresistible for cookie lovers. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re an ideal dessert for festive gatherings or a cozy afternoon snack paired with a warm cup of coffee or tea. Bring the flavors of the season to your table with this quick and easy recipe for homemade cranberry cookies that are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups fresh cranberries, roughly chopped
- 0.5 cups pecans or walnuts, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well until incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold in the chopped fresh cranberries and, if using, the chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy these deliciously tart and sweet cranberry cookies with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
163 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.9 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 35 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
