Description
Delightfully buttery cookies featuring bright citrus notes and tart cranberries, perfect for holiday gatherings and family traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add in the orange zest, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour until just combined.
- Fold in the dried cranberries evenly throughout the dough.
- Form the dough into small balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use high-quality, unsalted butter for the best flavor and texture. Monitor closely while baking to avoid over-baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: shortbread, cookies, cranberry, orange, holiday baking, family recipe