Description
Delightful shortbread cookies bursting with the flavors of tart cranberries and sweet orange zest, perfect for winter gatherings and festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract and orange zest, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add all-purpose flour and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped cranberries gently.
- Form the dough into a log about 2 inches in diameter, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Remove from refrigerator, slice into ¼-inch thick rounds.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Ensure butter is softened for the best texture. For added richness, you can substitute granulated sugar with brown sugar.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: shortbread, cookies, cranberry, orange, dessert, baking