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Soft and chewy Classic Cranberry Orange Cookies on a cooling rack with dried cranberries and orange zest
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Classic Cranberry Orange Cookies

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 155kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large eg g
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 2 1/4 cups all -purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon sal t
  • 1 1/2 cups dried cranberries

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in the dried cranberries using a spatula.
  • Drop rounded tablespoons of dough 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  • Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.