Cranberry Christmas Cookies Recipe

October 23, 2024October 29, 2024 Chique Home

If you’re looking for a cookie that captures the cozy, festive spirit of the holidays in every bite, Cranberry Christmas Cookies are a must-bake!

These cookies have that perfect balance of tart cranberries, sweet sugar, and a hint of orange zest, making them a standout on any Christmas cookie platter.

They’re simple to make but have a sophisticated flair, so you get the best of both worlds: easy and impressive.

Plus, they’re as pretty as they are tasty, with pops of ruby-red cranberries in every bite.

Here’s how to make these holiday-favorite Cranberry Christmas Cookies:

Cranberry Christmas Cookies Recipe

Ingredients

● 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

● 1 cup granulated sugar

● ½ cup light brown sugar, packed

● 1 large egg

● 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

● 1 tablespoon orange zest (about one orange)

● 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

● ½ teaspoon baking soda

● ½ teaspoon salt

● 1 cup dried cranberries (or fresh/frozen, chopped)

● ¾ cup white chocolate chips (optional but delicious!)

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with the granulated and brown sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy.

3. Add Egg, Vanilla, and Orange Zest: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest until well combined.

4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.

6. Fold in Cranberries and White Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips.

7. Shape and Bake: Roll the dough into 1.5-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Slightly flatten each cookie with your hand or the back of a spoon.

8. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Extra Festive Tip: If you want to add an extra holiday touch, sprinkle a tiny bit of coarse sugar on top of each cookie before baking for a sparkly, snow-dusted effect!

Serve up these Cranberry Christmas Cookies with a hot cup of cocoa, and watch them disappear fast! 🎄