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Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies

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Delightful Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies, rich in buttery flavor with a bright zesty orange and tart cranberry twist.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • Zest of 1 large orange
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 pinch kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Stir in the orange zest and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the flour and dried cranberries, stirring until combined.
  5. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and slightly flatten each ball on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
  7. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Let the cookies rest in an airtight container for a day to deepen the flavors.

  • Author: instantmeals
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian