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Chewy Cranberry Orange Cookies with Zesty Glaze

Four delicious cranberry orange cookies topped with white glaze, dried cranberries, and coarse sugar.
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Make soft, chewy cranberry orange cookies balanced with tart fruit and bright citrus zest, finished with a simple orange glaze. This is a reliable recipe perfect for holiday baking or gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
  • For the Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons orange juice, 1/2 teaspoon orange zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips, if using.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten the tops slightly with the back of a spoon.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. The centers should still look slightly soft for a chewy texture.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth. Add more powdered sugar for a thicker glaze or more juice for a thinner glaze.
  11. Drizzle the cooled cookies with the orange glaze. Let the glaze set before serving or storing.

Notes

  • For slice and bake cranberry orange cookies, chill the dough log for at least 2 hours before slicing and baking.
  • If you prefer a shortbread texture, reduce the baking time by 1-2 minutes and use slightly less liquid.
  • You can substitute chopped pecans for the white chocolate chips for a different flavor profile.

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