Cranberry Orange Cookies
Delight in the tangy and sweet flavors of Cranberry Orange Cookies, perfect for any occasion and sure to impress friends and family.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3/4 cup butter (softened) Make sure it's at room temperature
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 unit egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional) Add for texture and flavor
Glaze
- 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and packed brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well incorporated.
- Add the grated orange zest and orange juice, mixing well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry mixture into the creamed mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the dried cranberries and optional chopped pecans.
Baking
- Using a tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving space between them.
- Bake for about 8 to 10 minutes until the edges turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Glazing
- In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, grated orange zest, and orange juice to create the glaze.
- Once cookies are completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness. For a chewy texture, avoid overbaking.