Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Cranberry Shortbread Cookies, perfect for any occasion. These cookies beautifully blend the tangy flavor of cranberries with the refreshing zest of orange, creating a treat that’s both sweet and tart. With their buttery texture and chewy cranberry bits, they are sure to impress family and friends during holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons at home. Plus, they are incredibly easy to make with a simple slice-and-bake method—no rolling required!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of one orange or tangerine
- 1 heaping cup cranberries (fresh or dried)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the cranberries by roughly chopping them and setting aside.
- In a food processor, cream together the butter, sugar, and orange zest until smooth.
- Add flour and vanilla extract; pulse until a cohesive dough forms.
- Gently fold in the chopped cranberries.
- Shape the dough into a log about 10-12 inches long and wrap in plastic wrap.
- Chill for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice dough into 1/3-inch rounds and place on prepared cookie sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden on the bottom; cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough. Adjust baking time based on cookie thickness for best results.