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Cranberry Orange White Chocolate Cookies

Cranberry Orange White Chocolate Cookies: A Chewy Holiday Delight

These Cranberry Orange White Chocolate Cookies are a chewy holiday delight that blend tart cranberries, zesty orange, and creamy white chocolate for a festive treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 0.75 cup Unsalted butter Provides richness and moisture; substitute with margarine or vegan butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 0.75 cup Light brown sugar Adds sweetness and moisture, contributing to a chewy texture.
  • 0.33 cup Granulated sugar Provides sweetness and helps with browning.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder and adds moisture; can use 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce as an alternative.
  • 1 Tbsp Fresh orange juice Enhances flavor and provides acidity; can substitute with lemon juice if needed.
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Gives structure to the cookies; for gluten-free, substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 Tbsp Cornstarch Increases chewiness and softness; omit if not available.
  • 1 tsp Baking soda Leavening agent for lightness; ensure it’s fresh.
  • 0.5 tsp Fine salt Balances sweetness; essential for flavor.
  • 1 cup Dried cranberries Adds tartness and texture; can use raisins as an alternative.
  • 0.75 cup White chocolate chips Enhances sweetness and adds creaminess; can use dark chocolate chips.
  • 2 Tbsp Orange zest Brightens the flavor profile; can substitute with lemon zest.
Optional Garnish
  • Additional orange zest For added flavor and decoration.
  • White chocolate chips or cranberries For a decorative touch.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • electric mixer
  • parchment paper
  • Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and fresh orange juice, mixing until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and fine salt. Gradually mix this into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fold in the dried cranberries, white chocolate chips, and orange zest until evenly distributed.
  6. Using a tablespoon-sized scoop, place heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 11-13 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
  8. Allow cookies to cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Press extra white chocolate chips or cranberries on top for decoration while still warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to measure flour carefully and avoid overmixing for chewy cookies. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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