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Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies

Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies for a Festive Treat

Delightful Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies featuring a buttery crumble and the perfect balance of tart cranberries and zesty orange.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Adds tartness and chewyness
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Balance sweetness
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Must be cold
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract For depth of flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Zest For vibrant citrusy freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Orange Juice Enhances citrus notes

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • pastry cutter
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp knife
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Baking Sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Chop the dried cranberries with 1/4 cup of granulated sugar using a food processor until finely chopped.
  3. Mix dry ingredients by combining all-purpose flour and the remaining granulated sugar in a mixing bowl.
  4. Incorporate cold, unsalted butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Add almond extract, sweetened cranberries, orange zest, and fresh orange juice, mixing until just combined.
  6. Shape and chill the dough into a log, wrapping it tightly and refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
  7. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C), slice the log into 1/4-inch rounds and optionally roll in sugar before placing on the baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft.
  9. Cool and transfer the cookies to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Chill the dough for at least two hours for better slicing and texture. Use cold butter for best results.

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