Go Back
+ servings
Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies

Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies That Spark Joy

These Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies blend sweet and tart flavors for a chewy treat, perfect for the holidays.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 3/4 cups All-Purpose Flour King Arthur brand is highly recommended for quality.
  • 1 large Egg Ensure it's at room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Orange Juice Freshly squeezed juice elevates the taste.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to your preference.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Mix white sugar with molasses as a substitute if you're out.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Avoid substituting with baking powder without adjustments.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Sweetened Dried Cranberries Opt for sweetened over fresh.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Best for controlling salt content.
For the Icing
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar You can blend regular sugar until fine to make your own.
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Juice
  • 1/2 orange Zest From half an orange.

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup of brown sugar on medium speed.
  3. Add 1 large egg, 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice, and the zest of one orange to the butter mixture. Mix on low speed until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just incorporated.
  6. Gently fold in 1 cup of sweetened dried cranberries until evenly distributed.
  7. Drop rounded portions of dough onto prepared cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each mound.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges are golden and the centers appear soft but set.
  9. Cool on the sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  10. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of orange juice, and the zest from half an orange until smooth.
  11. Once cookies are cool, drizzle the icing over each one and allow to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze for longer storage. Avoid overmixing the dough for best texture.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!