Spiced Cranberry Orange Christmas Cookies
A delightful twist on classic Christmas cookies featuring zesty orange and spiced cranberries that will light up your festive season.
Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 14 minutesServes: 24
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons orange zest
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest until well combined.
Step 4: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Step 6: Fold in the cranberries, cinnamon, nutmeg, and walnuts.
Step 7: Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Step 8: Bake for 12-14 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
Step 9: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Storage
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Reheating
To enjoy warm, reheat cookies in a preheated 300°F (150°C) oven for 5 minutes.
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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.
