Cranberry Christmas Cookies
Cranberry Christmas Cookies are a festive, easy-to-make treat that’s perfect for holiday celebrations. This cranberry Christmas cookies recipe delivers a delightful balance of tart and sweet in every bite.
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup 225g unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup 200g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp 5ml vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2½ cups 300g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp 4g baking powder
- ½ tsp 2g salt
- 1 cup 120g dried cranberries
- ½ cup 85g white chocolate chips (optional)
- Zest of 1 orange optional, for citrusy depth
Instructions
Preheat and Prep
- I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream Butter and Sugar
- In a large mixing bowl, I beat 1 cup softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar with a mixer until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Add Wet Ingredients
- I beat in 2 eggs one at a time, then add 1 tsp vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, I whisk together 2½ cups flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and ½ tsp salt.
Mix the Dough
- I gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined to avoid tough cookies. I gently fold in 1 cup dried cranberries, ½ cup white chocolate chips (if using), and zest of 1 orange (if using).
Shape and Bake
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, I drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. I bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden. I let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.