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Colorful orange and ruby red cranberries nestled within golden-brown cookies, arranged on a rustic wooden platter with a hint of powdered sugar. The textured cookies have a slightly cracked surface revealing a soft, chewy interior. Fresh cranberries and orange zest garnish the scene, styled with festive holiday accents and warm lighting, creating an inviting and cheerful atmosphere.

Zesty Orange Cranberry Cookies for Festive Holidays

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A festive cookie packed with tart cranberries and bright orange zest, baked to golden perfection.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
  • 1 cup dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg, vanilla, and orange zest; mix until combined.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in dried cranberries.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool on wire racks before serving.

Notes

  • You can replace dried cranberries with fresh ones if desired.
  • For a festive touch, drizzle with white chocolate once cooled.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 115 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
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