{"id":54523,"date":"2025-12-09T08:37:10","date_gmt":"2025-12-09T08:37:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=54523"},"modified":"2025-12-09T08:40:24","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T08:40:24","slug":"cranberry-orange-cookies-cranberry-christmas-cookies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/cranberry-orange-cookies-cranberry-christmas-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Chewy Cranberry Orange Cookies \u2014 Cranberry Christmas Cookies Upgrade"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>These <strong>Cranberry Christmas Cookies<\/strong> are the kind of cookie that makes your kitchen smell like the holidays before you even pop the first tray in the oven. Soft, chewy centers, slightly crisp, sugar-kissed edges, bright orange zest, and pockets of tart dried cranberries \u2014 what\u2019s not to love?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brief introduction to the recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love classic holiday flavors, this recipe answers the question: can a cookie be both cozy and <em>a little<\/em> fancy? Yes. These cookies combine zingy citrus with sweet-tart cranberries for a texture that\u2019s chewy, tender, and totally irresistible. Roll them in sugar, bake until lightly golden, and finish with a glossy orange drizzle for extra cheer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you\u2019ll love these cookies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Quick to make:<\/strong> Most of the work takes 30 minutes or less. Great for last-minute baking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Holiday-perfect flavors:<\/strong> Orange and cranberry = seasonal bliss.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pantry-friendly:<\/strong> You likely already have most staples on hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make-ahead friendly:<\/strong> Dough chills, cookies freeze \u2014 big time saver.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Fancy? Nope. Magic? Definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The story behind the recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ever raid the pantry on a sleepy afternoon and find a bag of dried cranberries and a lonely orange? That\u2019s how this started. I wanted something that tasted festive without drama. A little zest. A little tart. A lot of chew. After a few trial batches (and many quality control snack sessions \u2014 purely scientific), we landed on the perfect balance. These cookies became my go-to for cookie swaps and that one holiday when Aunt June swore they were from a bakery. (She was caught. I admitted it.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients breakdown \u2014 what each one does<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2 1\/2 cups all-purpose flour<\/strong> \u2014 structure. Use a 1:1 gluten-free blend to make these GF.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/strong> \u2014 flavor and tenderness. Don\u2019t melt it. Soft, not sloppy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 cup granulated sugar + 1\/2 cup brown sugar<\/strong> \u2014 granulated for crisp edges, brown sugar for chew. <strong>If you want chewy, don\u2019t skimp on brown sugar.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 large egg<\/strong> \u2014 binds and tenderizes. Room temp = smoother dough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2 tbsp orange juice + 1 tsp orange zest<\/strong> \u2014 citrus lift. Fresh is best.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2 cups dried cranberries<\/strong> \u2014 chew and tartness. Use sweetened Craisins if you prefer milder tang.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1\/2 tsp baking soda + 1\/2 tsp salt<\/strong> \u2014 rise and balance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Optional: 1\/2 cup white chocolate chips or chopped nuts<\/strong> \u2014 indulgence add-ons. White chocolate pairs beautifully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Icing:<\/strong> 1 1\/2 cups powdered sugar + 3 tbsp orange juice + 1\/2 tsp orange zest \u2014 simple glaze that brightens the whole cookie.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Look for slightly soft dried cranberries \u2014 rock-hard ones can ruin the chew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chewy-Cranberry-Orange-Cookies-\u2014-Cranberry-Christmas-Cookies-Upgrade-2.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of chewy cranberry-orange cookies dusted with sugar and drizzled with orange glaze on a festive plate, Cranberry Christmas Cookies.\" class=\"wp-image-54526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chewy-Cranberry-Orange-Cookies-\u2014-Cranberry-Christmas-Cookies-Upgrade-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chewy-Cranberry-Orange-Cookies-\u2014-Cranberry-Christmas-Cookies-Upgrade-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chewy-Cranberry-Orange-Cookies-\u2014-Cranberry-Christmas-Cookies-Upgrade-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chewy-Cranberry-Orange-Cookies-\u2014-Cranberry-Christmas-Cookies-Upgrade-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-step: How to make them<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Preheat and prep<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Preheat to <strong>350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C)<\/strong>. Line baking sheets with parchment or silicone. Lightly flour your workspace if you\u2019ll roll dough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Cream butter and sugars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In a large bowl, beat <strong>1 cup softened butter<\/strong> with <strong>1 cup granulated sugar<\/strong> and <strong>1\/2 cup brown sugar<\/strong> until pale and fluffy. Don\u2019t overdo it \u2014 you want lightness, not foam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Add egg and citrus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stir in <strong>1 large egg<\/strong>, <strong>2 tbsp orange juice<\/strong>, and <strong>1 tsp orange zest<\/strong> until smooth and glossy. The orange aroma will start to smell <em>insane<\/em> \u2014 in a good way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Mix dry ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whisk together <strong>2 1\/2 cups flour<\/strong>, <strong>1\/2 tsp baking soda<\/strong>, and <strong>1\/2 tsp salt<\/strong> in a separate bowl. Gradually add the dry mix to the wet until combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Fold in cranberries (and extras)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fold in <strong>2 cups dried cranberries<\/strong> and, optionally, <strong>1\/2 cup white chocolate chips<\/strong> or chopped nuts. Make sure the fruit disperses evenly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Shape and sugar-coat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Scoop tablespoons of dough (or roll into 1-inch balls), then roll each in granulated sugar to give that delicate sparkle and slightly crisp edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Bake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Place dough balls on the prepared sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart. Bake <strong>8\u201310 minutes<\/strong> until edges show light golden color. Centers will look soft \u2014 that\u2019s perfect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Rest and glaze<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let cookies cool on the sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Once cool, whisk <strong>1 1\/2 cups powdered sugar<\/strong>, <strong>3 tbsp orange juice<\/strong>, and <strong>1\/2 tsp orange zest<\/strong> into a smooth glaze and drizzle over cookies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Want bars instead?<\/strong> Press the dough into a 9\u00d713 pan, bake until set, cool, and slice into <strong>Christmas Cookie Bars<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro tips for perfect results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Soft, not melted butter.<\/strong> If it\u2019s melted, cookies flatten. <strong>Chill dough<\/strong> 30 minutes if it seems too loose.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t use fresh cranberries.<\/strong> Too much moisture = soggy cookie. Dried is the move.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coax out flavor from zest, not pith.<\/strong> Only zest the orange\u2019s colored skin\u2014bitter pith ruins the vibe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Space cookies well.<\/strong> They spread; give them room.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Save baking time for a golden edge.<\/strong> Pull them when edges are set but centers are still soft. They\u2019ll finish as they cool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For extra chew:<\/strong> add 1 tbsp molasses or substitute 1\/4 cup brown sugar for granulated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bold tip:<\/strong> <em>Reserve a small handful of dried cranberries to press on top of each cookie right after they come out of the oven \u2014 looks pro.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try (get creative)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>White chocolate and macadamia:<\/strong> Classic match with cranberries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Andes Mint Cookies mashup:<\/strong> Fold in chopped <strong>Andes Mint Cookies<\/strong> pieces for a minty holiday version. Yes, mint + cranberry can work if you\u2019re feeling bold.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hot Chocolate Cookies Cups pairing:<\/strong> Serve with <strong>Hot Chocolate Cookies Cups<\/strong> for an epic dessert table \u2014 cookies for dunking? Genius.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cranberry orange cookie bars:<\/strong> Press dough into a pan, bake, slice \u2014 great for gifting. (See <strong>Christmas Cookie Bars<\/strong> mention.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gluten-free:<\/strong> Use a reliable 1:1 GF flour blend. Texture: nearly identical.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No glaze:<\/strong> Roll in cinnamon sugar before baking for a simpler finish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best ways to serve<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Serve warm with tea or coffee, or alongside a mug of hot cocoa. These cookies pair gorgeously with classic <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/foolproof-twix-cookies-best-christmas-cookies-recipes\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1097\">Christmas Cookie Recipe<\/a><\/strong> spreads. Want to impress? Stack them on a festive platter with shortbread and thumbprints for a mixed cookie tray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chewy-Cranberry-Orange-Cookies-\u2014-Cranberry-Christmas-Cookies-Upgrade-3.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of chewy cranberry-orange cookies dusted with sugar and drizzled with orange glaze on a festive plate, Cranberry Christmas Cookies.\" class=\"wp-image-54527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chewy-Cranberry-Orange-Cookies-\u2014-Cranberry-Christmas-Cookies-Upgrade-3.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chewy-Cranberry-Orange-Cookies-\u2014-Cranberry-Christmas-Cookies-Upgrade-3-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chewy-Cranberry-Orange-Cookies-\u2014-Cranberry-Christmas-Cookies-Upgrade-3-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chewy-Cranberry-Orange-Cookies-\u2014-Cranberry-Christmas-Cookies-Upgrade-3-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage and make-ahead tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Store at room temp in an airtight container for up to <strong>5 days<\/strong>. <strong>Layer with parchment<\/strong> to avoid sticking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refrigerate in warmer climates for up to <strong>1 week<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Freeze baked cookies up to <strong>3 months<\/strong> \u2014 freeze flat in a single layer, then stack with parchment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Freeze dough balls for quick baking: place frozen dough on sheet and add 1\u20132 minutes to bake time. Perfect for a baking emergency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make glaze fresh \u2014 it tastes brighter than pre-made.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765266912364\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I use fresh cranberries?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No\u2014fresh ones add too much moisture and tartness. Use dried cranberries for chew and consistency.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765266922104\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How do I stop cookies from spreading too much?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Chill the dough for 30 minutes, avoid over-creaming, and use softened (not melted) butter. <strong>Chill works wonders.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765266928238\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I swap orange for lemon?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Sure \u2014 you\u2019ll get a lemon-cranberry vibe (delicious but different). Tangerine or clementine works too.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765267773823\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Are these part of typical Cookie Recipes Christmas lists?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely \u2014 these sit comfortably among top <strong>Christmas Cookies Recipes<\/strong> and are great for holiday cookie swaps.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765267782355\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I add nuts or chocolate?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Fold in white chocolate chips, pecans, or walnuts for extra texture. White chocolate = classic partner.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nutritional and yield notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Yield:<\/strong> About <strong>36\u201348 cookies<\/strong> depending on size.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total time:<\/strong> ~25\u201335 minutes (plus chill time if used).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Estimated whole-recipe calories:<\/strong> 3500\u20134000 kcal (varies by ingredients).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why these cookies shine in holiday lineups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>They balance tart and sweet, bright and rich. People love chew in a cookie \u2014 it feels homemade and indulgent. These cookies strike that lovely middle ground where they feel festive without being fussy. They fit right into <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/raspberry-macaroons-easy-christmas-cookie-recipes\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1096\">Easy Christmas Cookies Recipes<\/a> Simple<\/strong> lists but also hold their own on a \u201cfancy cookie\u201d table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for something to pair them with on the dessert table? Try stacking them with <strong>Andes Mint Cookies<\/strong> for variety, or put a plate of these next to <strong>Hot Chocolate Cookies Cups<\/strong> for a cocoa-and-cookie duo that\u2019ll disappear fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts \u2014 make them your own<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Who says <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/ultimate-gingerbread-cake-with-molasses-frosting\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1099\">holiday baking<\/a> needs to be complicated? This <strong>Christmas Cookie Recipe<\/strong> proves you can get memorable results with simple steps and a few smart moves. Want chewy? Brown sugar is your friend. Want pizazz? Zest and a sugar roll do it. Want convenience? Freeze dough balls and bake on demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So&#8230; are you going to bake them tonight or what? Trust me \u2014 one batch and these <strong>Cranberry <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/red-velvet-crinkle-cookies-christmas-themed-dessert\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1098\">Christmas Cookies<\/a><\/strong> will earn a permanent spot in your holiday rotation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow me on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pinterest <\/a><\/strong>for daily new recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chewy-Cranberry-Orange-Cookies-\u2014-Cranberry-Christmas-Cookies-Upgrade-4.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of chewy cranberry-orange cookies dusted with sugar and drizzled with orange glaze on a festive plate, Cranberry Christmas Cookies.\" 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53-154.3-9.8-207.9z\"><\/path><\/symbol><\/defs><\/svg>\n<header class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-header\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-image\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chewy-Cranberry-Orange-Cookies-\u2014-Cranberry-Christmas-Cookies-Upgrade-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Close-up of chewy cranberry-orange cookies dusted with sugar and drizzled with orange glaze on a festive plate, Cranberry Christmas Cookies.\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-header-content clearfix\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"tasty-recipes-title\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h2-color.color h2-transform.text-transform\">Chewy Cranberry Orange Cookies \u2014 Cranberry Christmas Cookies Upgrade<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-outer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div 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data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\">Jennifer<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"prep-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrep Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">10 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"cook-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCook Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cook-time\">20 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"total-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTotal Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-total-time\">30 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"yield\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" 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class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">Dessert<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-button-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<a class=\"button tasty-recipes-print-button tasty-recipes-no-print\" href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/cranberry-orange-cookies-cranberry-christmas-cookies\/print\/54524\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"\">\n\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-print\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-print\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\tPrint Recipe<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/header>\n\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-content\">\n\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Description<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>A festive, chewy cookie loaded with dried cranberries and bright orange \u2014 made simple with clear, step-by-step directions.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-clipboard-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-units-scale-container\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-label\">Scale<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button tasty-recipes-scale-button-active\" data-amount=\"1\" type=\"button\">1x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"2\" type=\"button\">2x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"3\" type=\"button\">3x<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Cookies<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3a5\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3a5\" aria-label=\"2 1\/2 cups all-purpose flour (King Arthur recommended)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3a5\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">2 1\/2 cups<\/span> all-purpose flour (King Arthur recommended)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3b5\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3b5\" aria-label=\"1 large egg, at room temperature\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3b5\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span> large egg, at room temperature<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3c0\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3c0\" aria-label=\"2 tablespoons fresh orange juice\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3c0\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">2 tablespoons<\/span> fresh orange juice<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3ca\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3ca\" aria-label=\"1\/2 teaspoon fine salt\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3ca\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1\/2 teaspoon<\/span> fine salt<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3d3\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3d3\" aria-label=\"1\/2 cup packed brown sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3d3\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\/2 cup<\/span> packed brown sugar<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3de\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3de\" aria-label=\"1 teaspoon grated orange zest (about one large orange)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3de\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1 teaspoon<\/span> grated orange zest (about <span data-amount=\"1\">one<\/span> large orange)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span 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softened to room temp\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e3fa\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span> unsalted butter, softened to room temp<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e402\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e402\" aria-label=\"1 cup granulated sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e402\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span> granulated sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Glaze<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e40d\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e40d\" aria-label=\"3 tablespoons fresh orange juice\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e40d\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"3\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">3 tablespoons<\/span> fresh orange juice<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e418\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e418\" aria-label=\"1\/2 teaspoon orange zest (finely grated)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e418\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1\/2 teaspoon<\/span> orange zest (finely grated)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e422\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e422\" aria-label=\"1 1\/2 cups powdered (confectioners\u2019) sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0d1ec3e422\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 1\/2 cups<\/span> powdered (confectioners\u2019) sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr 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Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone liners and set aside.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\">In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture lightens in color and becomes slightly fluffy.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\">Add the egg, the 2 tablespoons of orange juice, and the orange zest to the butter mixture. Mix until everything is well combined and smooth.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\">In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to the wet ingredients, stirring until a cohesive dough forms.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\">Fold the dried cranberries into the dough by hand, making sure they\u2019re evenly spread throughout.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\">Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for gentle spreading.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\">Bake for 8\u201310 minutes, or until the cookie edges are lightly golden while the centers remain soft. Remove the sheets from the oven and let the cookies rest on the pans for 2 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\">While the cookies cool, whisk together the glaze: combine powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons orange juice, and 1\/2 teaspoon finely grated zest until smooth and pourable.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-9\">Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and allow it to set. For quicker setting, place the iced cookies in the freezer briefly.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-10\">Store the finished cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. 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Soft, chewy centers, slightly crisp, sugar-kissed edges, bright orange zest, and pockets of tart dried cranberries \u2014 what\u2019s not to love? 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