Cranberry Orange Cookies ๐ŸŠ๐Ÿช


 

1. Preheat & Prep

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Cream Butter & Sugar

  • Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg, orange zest, and juice; mix well.

3. Add Dry Ingredients

  • Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients.

  • Fold in cranberries and white chocolate chips (if using).

4. Scoop & Bake

  • Drop 1-tbsp balls of dough onto the baking sheet.

  • Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

5. Glaze & Serve

  • Whisk powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest; drizzle over cooled cookies.


Pro Tips

๐ŸŠ Zest First, Juice Later – Grate the orange before squeezing to maximize flavor.
❄️ Freezer-Friendly – Freeze unbaked dough balls for fresh cookies anytime!


Variations

๐ŸŒฐ Nutty Twist – Add ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts.
๐Ÿซ Dark Chocolate – Swap white chocolate for dark or semi-sweet.


Serving Suggestions

☕ With Tea – Earl Grey or chamomile pair beautifully.
๐ŸŽ„ On a Cookie Tray – Perfect alongside gingerbread and shortbread.


Final Thought

These Cranberry Orange Cookies are bursting with festive flavor—a must-bake for the holidays!

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FAQ (SEO Boost!)

Q: Can I use fresh cranberries?
A: Yes! Chop ¾ cup fresh cranberries + add 1 extra tbsp sugar.

Q: How to store leftovers?
A: Keep in an airtight container for 5 days (glaze optional).

Q: Can I make these gluten-free?
A: Use a 1:1 GF flour blend.


Ad Potential:

  • Link to baking sheets, orange zesters, or holiday cookie boxes

  • High-traffic seasonal keywords

  • Evergreen + giftable appeal

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