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Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe

Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe
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Indulge in the festive flavors of the Best Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies Recipe—perfectly blending the tartness of cranberries with the bright, zesty notes of orange. These chewy cookies are not only easy to make but also offer a delightful glaze that adds a sweet finish. They’re ideal for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or simply enjoying with your loved ones. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a treat that captures the essence of the season. Share these cookies as gifts or serve them at gatherings to impress everyone with their vibrant color and rich flavor!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup softened butter
  • 1 cup 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 for glaze
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange zest for glaze

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
  4. Mix in the egg, orange juice, and orange zest until well combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda; gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in dried cranberries gently.
  7. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies apart.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; cool on wire racks.
  9. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with orange juice and zest until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.

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