Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of tart cranberries and refreshing citrus with the “Cranberry Citrus Delight Cookies.” Perfect for any gathering, these cookies offer a burst of vibrant flavors that are sure to appeal to all taste buds. Whether you’re looking for a festive treat during the holiday season, or simply a refreshing snack on a warm day, this recipe promises cookies that are as enjoyable to make as they are to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 teaspoon grated orange zest (for glaze)
- 3 tablespoons orange juice (for glaze)
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preparing the Oven and Cookie Sheets Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your baking sheets by ensuring they are ungreased and set aside.
- Creaming the Butter and Sugars In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to cream together the softened butter with white and brown sugars until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Adding Egg and Vanilla Into the creamed butter and sugar, beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined and has a light texture.
- Integrating Orange Zest and Juice Mix in 1 tablespoon of grated orange zest and 2 tablespoons of orange juice, blending these into the existing mixture thoroughly.
- Combining Dry Ingredients In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Adding Cranberries and Pecans Fold in the dried cranberries and chopped pecans into the dough until they are evenly distributed throughout.
- Baking the Cookies Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake.
- Cooling and Glazing Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. For the glaze, mix 1 teaspoon of grated orange zest, 3 tablespoons of orange juice, and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over cooled cookies and let set before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes