Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies Recipe: The Best Festive Treat
Delight in the holiday spirit with these delicious cranberry orange shortbread cookies, perfect for any festive occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and orange zest, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually stir in the flour, then fold in the chopped cranberries.
- Form the dough into a log shape, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Slice the chilled dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can substitute lemon zest for orange zest.
- Make sure the butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cranberry, Orange, Shortbread, Cookies, Festive, Treat