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Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies

Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies for Irresistible Joy

Delight in these Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies, combining tart cranberries with zesty orange in a buttery treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Ensure it's measured correctly for best results.
  • 3/4 cups Granulated Sugar Can be substituted with coconut sugar for a healthier twist.
  • 1 cup Butter (cold, cubed) Must be cold to prevent melting into the dough.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Fresh cranberries can be used but may require extra drying.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Vanilla extract can serve as a delightful substitution.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Fresh zest is preferable for maximum flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Orange Juice Use sparingly; too much can alter dough consistency.
Optional Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Extra Sugar or Powdered Sugar Adjust according to preference.
  • 1/2 cup Orange Glaze Drizzle lightly for a festive touch.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry Cutter
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, pulse dried cranberries with 1/4 cup of granulated sugar until finely chopped.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and the remaining sugar until well combined.
  4. Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture and blend until it resembles fine crumbs.
  5. Fold in the almond extract, chopped cranberries, orange zest, and fresh orange juice until a cohesive dough forms.
  6. Shape the dough into a log about 2 inches in diameter and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. Once chilled, slice the dough into 1/4-inch rounds and roll each slice in a little extra granulated sugar.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Keep your butter very cold and avoid overmixing for best results. Chill dough for at least 2 hours for better texture.

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