Warm up your kitchen and your heart this December with these festive cranberry orange cookies! They’re the perfect blend of tangy, sweet, and comforting — a treat as bright as the holiday lights. 🎄🍪
🍊 Ingredients:
For the Cookies:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 🧈
- 1 cup granulated sugar 🍚
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 🍂
- 1 large egg 🥚
- 1 tsp vanilla extract 🌼
- Zest of 1 orange 🍊
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
- 1 tsp baking soda 🥄
- 1/2 tsp salt 🧂
- 1 cup dried cranberries 🍒
- 1/2 cups white chocolate chips 🍫
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar 🍥
- 2–3 tbsp fresh orange juice 🍹
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract 🌟
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prepare 🔥
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup. - Mix the Dough 🥄
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest until well combined. - Combine Dry Ingredients 🍂
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips. - Shape and Bake 🍪
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Gently flatten each ball with the palm of your hand. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. - Make the Glaze ✨
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies for a sweet citrus finish. - Enjoy! 🎉
Let the glaze set before stacking the cookies (if you can wait that long!). Serve with a cozy cup of tea or hot cocoa and let the holiday cheer begin. 🎅❄️
Happy baking, and may your holidays be filled with joy and delicious moments! 🍪🍊✨