Description
Cranberry Orange Icebox Cookies are a delightful treat bursting with holiday flavors. The sweet-tart cranberries paired with zesty orange create a harmonious blend that’s perfect for festive gatherings or cozy afternoons. These cookies are easy to prepare, and the dough can be chilled in advance, making them an excellent make-ahead option. Whether enjoyed fresh or given as gifts, these cookies will surely impress anyone lucky enough to taste them.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate this into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the dried cranberries.
- Shape the dough into logs about 2 inches wide, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and chill for at least two hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice chilled dough into rounds and place on lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; centers should remain slightly soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg