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Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies

Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth texture of Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies, a delightful treat perfect for sharing and festive occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Butter Softened, can substitute with coconut oil for vegan
  • 3/4 cup Powdered Sugar No direct substitutions recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can use almond extract for a twist
  • Zest of 1 Orange Increase for a more intense orange flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Juice Fresh juice preferred
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can swap for gluten-free blend if needed
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Essential for taste, no substitutions advised
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Fresh cranberries can elevate the flavor

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Sharp serrated knife
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Add the vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice, blending until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour and salt together, then gradually add to the butter mixture until just combined.
  4. Fold in the dried cranberries evenly into the dough.
  5. Shape the dough into a log, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Slice the chilled dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place on the baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Drizzle with glaze if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened but not melted. Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor.

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