Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies! Their melt-in-your-mouth buttery texture perfectly complements the tartness of fresh cranberries and the vibrant zing of zesty orange. Simple to make and even easier to love, these cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy family nights. With just a few ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can whip up a delightful batch that everyone will rave about. Enjoy them as a sweet treat on their own or dress them up with a glaze for an extra touch of charm. Get ready to impress your guests and treat yourself!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 stick unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
- ¼ cup fresh cranberries (finely chopped)
- ½ tablespoon orange zest
- For the glaze: 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 3 teaspoons orange juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Add cold butter cubes and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Fold in finely chopped cranberries and orange zest.
- Shape dough into logs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice chilled dough into cookie sticks and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake until lightly golden around the edges, about 12-15 minutes. Cool before glazing.
- Mix powdered sugar and orange juice for glaze; drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg