Orange Cranberry Cookies
Bursting with zesty citrus flavor and sweet-tart cranberries, these Orange Cranberry Cookies are the ultimate treat for any season! Soft, chewy, and rich with buttery goodness, each bite delivers a delightful blend of freshly grated orange zest, freshly squeezed orange juice, and plump dried cranberries—creating a harmonious balance of tangy and sweet. A hint of vanilla rounds out the flavor, while the option to add white chocolate chips adds an extra layer of indulgence. Ready in under 35 minutes, these crowd-pleasing cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon snacks, or gifting to friends. Pair them with a cup of tea or coffee, and watch them disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 1 piece Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup White chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the egg, vanilla extract, orange zest, and freshly squeezed orange juice to the creamed mixture. Beat until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the dried cranberries and, if desired, the white chocolate chips.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions 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 but the centers are still soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your delightful Orange Cranberry Cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 226.5 g | 290% | |
| Saturated Fat | 139.7 g | 698% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 717 mg | 239% | |
| Sodium | 2685 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 691.0 g | 251% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 443.0 g | ||
| Protein | 42.8 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 373 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 893 mg | 19% | |
*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.
