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Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies

Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies for a Festive Delight

These Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies are an irresistible festive treat, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature, can substitute with margarine for dairy-free option.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Tangerine zest can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Can substitute with dried cranberries, use 1/2 - 2/3 cup.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour A 1:1 gluten-free flour blend is a great alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Substitute almond extract for a different flavor.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts (Walnuts or Pecans) For added texture.
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips For a twist or dip cookies in melted chocolate.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the cranberries by roughly chopping them and set aside.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar together in a food processor until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the flour and vanilla to the butter mixture until the dough comes together.
  4. Incorporate the cranberries into the dough gently.
  5. Shape the dough into a log and chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Slice the chilled dough into 1/3 inch rounds and arrange on the baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until pale on top and the edges just begin to turn golden.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze cookies for up to 3 months.

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