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White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies

Irresistible White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies for the Holidays

These White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies bring a delightful sweet-tart flavor perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Adds richness and tenderness.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Provides sweetness and a slight crispness.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds moisture and depth of flavor.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients together and contributes to moisture.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances flavor and aroma.
For the Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps cookies rise and become fluffy.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup cranberries (fresh or dried) Adds tartness and chewiness.
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips Sweet, creamy addition.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest Adds a zesty aroma and flavor.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • cookie scoop
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a stand mixer, beat the butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  4. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the butter mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in cranberries, white chocolate chips, and orange zest until evenly distributed.
  6. Drop generous balls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake cookies for 11-15 minutes until edges are golden.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze cookies for up to 3 months.

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