cranberry cookies

Ultimate Cranberry Cookies Recipe Guide

Cranberry cookies are a delightful blend of sweet, tart, and buttery flavors, perfect for any occasion. Here’s a simple yet foolproof guide to making them.

Ingredients:

- 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter

- 1 cup granulated sugar

- 1/2 cup brown sugar

- 2 large eggs

- 1 tsp vanilla extract

- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

- 1 tsp baking soda

- 1/2 tsp salt

- 1 1/2 cups dried cranberries (fresh or frozen work too)

- Optional: 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or chopped nuts.

Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Cream Butter & Sugars: In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).

3. Add Eggs & Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.

4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. Fold in Cranberries: Gently fold in dried cranberries (and optional add-ins).

6. Shape & Bake: Drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto the baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Tips: For extra flavor, soak cranberries in warm orange juice for 10 minutes before adding. Store in an airtight container for up to a week. Enjoy these chewy, vibrant cookies with tea or coffee!