Best 2 Cranberry Orange Holiday Cookies Recipes

Indulge in the festive flavors of the season with our delectable Cranberry Orange Holiday Cookies, a delightful treat that combines the tartness of cranberries and the zesty sweetness of oranges. These cookies are not only visually appealing with their vibrant red and green hues but also bursting with a symphony of flavors. The soft and chewy texture of the cookies perfectly complements the tangy cranberry filling, while the orange glaze adds a touch of citrusy sweetness. Whether you're looking for a festive addition to your Christmas cookie platter or a sweet treat to share with loved ones, these Cranberry Orange Holiday Cookies are sure to be a hit. We've also included variations, including gluten-free and vegan options, to cater to different dietary preferences. Get ready to create these delightful cookies that will fill your home with the warmth and aroma of the holidays.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY ORANGE COOKIES

Cranberry Orange Cookies image

These crunchy sweet cranberry orange cookies are sprinkled with orange sugar for extra holiday sparkle!

Provided by Land O'Lakes

Categories Shaped Orange Orange Cranberry Sweet Baking Fruit Fruit Cookie Dessert Cookie Dessert

Yield 54 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

Orange Sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
Cookie
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup Land O Lakes® Butter softened
1 large Land O Lakes® Egg
1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries, chopped

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F.
Combine all orange sugar ingredients in bowl; stir until well mixed. Set aside.
Combine 1 cup sugar and butter in large bowl; beat at medium speed until creamy. Add egg and 1 teaspoon orange zest; mix until combined. Add flour, baking powder and baking soda; beat at low speed until well mixed. Add cranberries. Continue beating just until mixed.
Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll balls in orange sugar. Place, 2 inches apart, onto ungreased cookie sheets. Flatten with bottom of glass to 1 1/2-inch circles.
Bake 8-10 minutes or until edges are very lightly browned. Cool 1 minute on cookie sheet; remove to cooling rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 2.5 grams, SaturatedFat grams, Transfat grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 40 milligrams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Sugar grams, Protein 1 grams

CRANBERRY ORANGE COOKIES

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A nice thing to have around during the holidays, but don't expect them to stay around long. These orange-flavored cranberry cookies are tart and delicious, not to mention beautiful. Not really a favorite of kids.

Provided by MORDAVIA

Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Cranberry Dessert Recipes

Time 34m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped cranberries
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ teaspoon grated orange zest
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg until well blended. Mix in 1 teaspoon orange zest and 2 tablespoons orange juice. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into the orange mixture. Mix in cranberries and if using, walnuts, until evenly distributed. Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets. Cookies should be spaced at least 2 inches apart.
Bake for 12 to 14 minutes in the preheated oven, until the edges are golden. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.
In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 teaspoon orange zest, 3 tablespoons orange juice and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread over the tops of cooled cookies. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 67 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

Tips:

Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they should be thawed before using.
If you don't have an orange, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of orange extract instead.
The dough can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days. When you're ready to bake the cookies, let the dough come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before rolling it out.
The cookies can be baked on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet or on a greased baking sheet. If you're using a greased baking sheet, be sure to grease it well so that the cookies don't stick.
Bake the cookies until they are just set and the edges are just starting to brown. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

These cranberry orange holiday cookies are the perfect treat for any holiday gathering. They're made with fresh cranberries, orange zest, and a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. The cookies are soft and chewy with a slightly tart flavor from the cranberries and a sweet and citrusy flavor from the orange. They're also easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. So next time you're looking for a festive and delicious holiday cookie, give these cranberry orange holiday cookies a try!