Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies, where the classic buttery texture meets the zesty brightness of fresh orange and tart cranberries. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, from festive holiday gatherings to cozy family celebrations. With their melt-in-your-mouth goodness and vibrant flavors, they’re not just a treat; they’re an experience. Drizzle them with a refreshing orange glaze or some melted white chocolate to elevate their appeal even further. Easy to make and utterly delicious, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 stick unsalted butter (cold and cut into cubes)
- ¼ cup fresh cranberries (finely chopped)
- ½ tablespoon orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
- Add cold butter cubes and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently fold in chopped cranberries and orange zest until evenly distributed.
- Press the dough into a rectangle on a parchment-lined baking sheet about ½ inch thick, scoring lines for cutting after baking.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until lightly golden at the edges. Cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For an optional glaze, whisk powdered sugar with orange juice and drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie stick (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg