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Cranberry Cookies Recipe

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Soft and slightly chewy cookies filled with sweet and tart dried cranberries. These cookies are easy to make and perfect for holidays, afternoon snacks, or sharing with friends and family.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

Cookie Dough

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which incorporates air for a tender cookie.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the large egg followed by the vanilla extract until fully combined to create a smooth batter.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
  5. Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough which can make the cookies tough.
  6. Fold in Cranberries and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips if using, ensuring they are evenly dispersed throughout the dough.
  7. Portion Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow spreading during baking.
  8. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn a light golden color indicating the cookies are done.
  9. Cool: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack for a few minutes to firm up before serving.

Notes

  • Add chopped nuts for extra texture and crunch.
  • Chill the dough for 20 minutes to produce thicker and chewier cookies.
  • Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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