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Chewy Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies – A Festive Holiday Favorite

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Chewy Christmas Cranberry Orange Cookies are a festive blend of tart dried cranberries, zesty orange, and buttery dough — a bright and cozy treat perfect for holiday baking.

Ingredients

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  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp baking soda

  • ½ tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup light brown sugar

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 egg yolk

  • 1½ tsp vanilla extract

  • Zest of 1 large orange

  • 1 tbsp fresh orange juice (optional)

  • 1 cup dried cranberries

  • ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  • Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.

  • Add egg, yolk, vanilla, orange zest, and juice. Mix well.

  • Whisk dry ingredients in a separate bowl. Gradually add to wet.

  • Fold in dried cranberries and optional add-ins.

  • Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill 1 hour.

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Bake 9–11 minutes, until edges are set and centers soft.

  • Cool on tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.

Notes

  • Dough can be frozen up to 2 months.

  • Add chopped nuts for crunch.

  • Store in airtight container up to 5 days.

  • For extra citrus flavor, double the zest.

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