Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies: The Best Holiday Treats
Delight in the best holiday treats with these delicious Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies. Perfect for sharing or enjoying yourself!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar together until fluffy.
- Mix in the orange zest and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until combined.
- Fold in the chopped cranberries.
- Shape the dough into a log, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Slice the dough into 1/4 inch thick rounds and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Allow cooling on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense orange flavor, add extra zest.
- These cookies can be decorated with icing for a festive touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg