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Colorful zesty orange cranberry cookies arranged on a white plate, with a bright orange peel zest and plump cranberries visible. The cookies have a golden-brown crust with a slightly glazed surface, topped with bits of chopped cranberries and orange zest, styled with festive holiday decorations in the background.

Zesty Orange Cranberry Cookies

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An easy holiday cookie recipe bursting with citrus and cranberry flavor, perfect for seasonal celebrations.

  • 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 sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • Juice of 1 orange (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest; mix well.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in dried cranberries.
  7. Drop spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Mix orange juice with a little sugar to make glaze, drizzle over cooled cookies.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Add chopped nuts for extra crunch.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Holiday
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 35mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg