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Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies

Delicious Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies for the Holidays

These Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies blend tart cranberries and zesty orange for a magical holiday treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can bring extra moisture and flavor.
  • 0.25 cups Cornstarch Omit if you prefer a more crumblier texture.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Can be reduced or omitted for low-sodium diets.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use cold butter for optimal texture.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Dried cranberries can work—add 1-2 teaspoons of milk if used.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Substitute with lemon zest for a different zing.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Regular sugar can be blended into a powder in a pinch.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Orange Juice Replace with milk for a simple icing.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, ½ cup of granulated sugar, ¼ cup of cornstarch, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  2. Incorporate the Butter: Add 1 cup of cold, diced unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Mix until it resembles damp sand.
  3. Add Flavorful Ingredients: Gently fold in 1 cup of chopped fresh cranberries and the zest of one orange into the dough.
  4. Shape and Chill the Dough: Shape the dough into a ball and roll it out into a 4x12-inch rectangle. Chill for 20 minutes.
  5. Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Cut and Bake: Cut the dough into 24 sticks and arrange them on the baking sheet. Bake for about 20 minutes.
  7. Cool and Glaze: Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Prepare the glaze.
  8. Drizzle with Orange Glaze: Drizzle the orange glaze over the cookies and let set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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