Description
A delightful treat bursting with zesty orange flavor and a hint of tartness from cranberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
Instructions
- Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice until well combined.
- Whisk together the flour and salt in another bowl, then gradually add to the butter mixture.
- Gently fold in the chopped cranberries, shape into a log, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and unwrap it. Slice the log into ¼-inch thick rounds and place them about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy as-is, or drizzle with a simple orange glaze for extra sweetness.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Freeze unbaked dough for later use, baking from frozen with added time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cranberry, Orange, Shortbread, Cookies, Dessert