Cranberry Orange Cookies Holiday (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ For the Cookies
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1 cup sugar
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3/4 cup butter, softened
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1 egg
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2 cups flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
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1 tablespoon freshly grated orange peel
→ For the Sugar Mixture
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1/3 cup sugar
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1 teaspoon freshly grated orange peel
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup sugar with 1 teaspoon grated orange peel. Stir until well mixed and set aside.
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In a large bowl, beat together 1 cup sugar, softened butter, and egg until creamy.
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On low speed, add flour, baking powder, and baking soda to the wet mixture. Beat until halfway combined.
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Fold in the grated orange peel and chopped cranberries until evenly distributed.
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Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and roll each ball in the prepared sugar mixture.
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Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 7-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. Do not overbake.
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Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 1 minute, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Additional Notes:
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Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness or substitute dried cranberries with dried cherries for a twist.
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Grate the orange peel fresh for maximum flavor.