Description
Imagine buttery cookies speckled with ruby-red cranberries, creamy white chocolate, and a burst of orange zest—soft, chewy, and glowing with holiday cheer. These cookies are like edible ornaments, perfect for gifting, sharing, or savoring with a steaming mug of cocoa. They’re simple to make, utterly irresistible, and guaranteed to become a new holiday tradition.
Ingredients
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2 cups (450g) unsalted butter, softened
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2 cups (400g) sugar
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp almond extract (optional, for depth)
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4 large eggs, room temp
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5 cups (600g) all-purpose flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp salt
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2 cups (240g) dried cranberries
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1 cup (170g) white chocolate chips (or chunks)
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Zest of 2 oranges
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line trays with parchment.
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Cream butter & sugar until pale and fluffy (2–3 min).
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Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, almond extract, and zest.
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Whisk dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, salt) in a separate bowl.
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Combine dry with wet in three parts, mixing gently until just blended.
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Fold in cranberries and white chocolate.
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Scoop dough into balls (1 tbsp each), place 2 inches apart.
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Bake 12–15 min, until edges are golden and centers slightly soft.
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Cool on sheet 5 min, then transfer to rack.
Notes
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Add 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
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Swap white chocolate for dark for a richer flavor.
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Try a triple-citrus zest (orange, lemon, lime).
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Chill dough 15 min before baking for thicker cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 cal Per Cookie
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 20g