Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies Recipe: A Festive Treat to Share
A delightful and festive treat perfect for sharing during the holiday season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract, followed by the flour and salt until combined.
- Fold in cranberries and orange zest.
- Form the dough into a log shape, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Slice the log into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped pecans or walnuts.
- These cookies pair perfectly with tea or coffee.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cranberry, Orange, Shortbread, Cookies, Recipe