Best 5 Cranberry Walnut Biscuits Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of cranberry walnut biscuits, a delectable treat that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the nutty crunch of walnuts. These delectable biscuits are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a delightful snack. With two variations, a classic recipe and a vegan alternative, there's a cranberry walnut biscuit for every palate. The classic recipe features a rich buttermilk biscuit dough studded with dried cranberries and chopped walnuts, while the vegan version offers a plant-based option with coconut milk and almond milk. Both recipes result in flaky, golden brown biscuits that are bursting with flavor. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking journey with our cranberry walnut biscuit recipes.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY NUT COOKIES



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In fall, I stock up on fresh cranberries and freeze them so I can make these cookies throughout the year. Tangy cranberries are a nice addition to a buttery cookie. -Machelle, Wall, Rosamond, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2/3 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup ground walnuts
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2-1/2 cups halved fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg, milk and lemon juice. Combine the flour, ground walnuts, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the cranberries and chopped walnuts. , Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 16-18 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CRANBERRY WALNUT BISCOTTI



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A chocolate drizzle lends a little sweetness to biscotti loaded with walnuts and dried cranberries. Before your family has a chance to eat them all, wrap some up to give as gifts!-Joan Duckworth, Lee's Summit, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, whisk eggs and vanilla; add to dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in walnuts and cranberries (dough will be sticky)., Divide dough in half. On a greased baking sheet, with lightly floured hands, shape each half into a 10x2-1/2-in. rectangle. Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. , Carefully remove to wire racks; cool 10 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board; cut diagonally with a serrated knife into 1-in. slices. Place cut side down on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8-10 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over biscotti. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CRANBERRY WALNUT COOKIES



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These are my favorite (non-chocolate) cookies. They are soft, chewy, and delicious. My family has been making them for the holidays for years. I have no idea where the recipe came from, but I'm glad I have it!

Provided by karing

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Walnut Dessert Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup white sugar
¾ cup firmly packed brown sugar
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup milk
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 egg
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking soda
2 ½ cups cranberries, halved
1 cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup confectioners' sugar for dusting, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Cream white sugar, brown sugar, and butter together in a large mixing bowl. Beat milk, orange juice, and egg into the creamed mixture.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda together in a separate bowl; blend into the wet ingredients in the mixing bowl to form a cookie dough. Stir cranberries and walnuts into the dough.
  • Drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet by the teaspoonful.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden, 10 to 15 minutes. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Sprinkle confectioners' sugar over the cookies to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 18.1 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 115.6 mg, Sugar 17.1 g

CRANBERRY AND WALNUT PIE



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This recipe was used for years by the ladies of the former First Baptist Church of Warrens who baked hundreds of cranberry pies and served slices to visitors during the Warrens Cranberry Festival. -June Potter Warrens, WI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Dough for single-crust pie
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 large egg
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup butter, melted
Vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, roll pastry dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim pastry to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge., Spread cranberries evenly into crust; sprinkle with brown sugar and walnuts. In a bowl, beat egg on high speed until thick and pale yellow, about 5 minutes. Gradually beat in sugar. Beat in flour and melted butter (mixture will be thick). Spoon over cranberries, spreading evenly., Bake on a lower oven rack until crust is golden brown, 40-45 minutes. Cover pie loosely with foil during the last 10-15 minutes if needed to prevent overbrowning. Remove foil. Cool on a wire rack. Serve warm with ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CRANBERRY-WALNUT BISCOTTI



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Cranberry-walnut biscotti is a great little addition to your morning coffee and always great around the holidays!

Provided by kfantozzi

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Walnut Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup white sugar
3 eggs
½ cup canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
¾ cup sweetened dried cranberries
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Beat sugar, eggs, oil, extracts, and orange zest together in a large bowl.
  • Combine flour and baking powder; stir into egg mixture to form a stiff dough. Stir in cranberries and walnuts. Divide dough into 2 pieces. Form each piece into a roll the length of your cookie sheet. Use the parchment paper to help flatten the roll to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from cookie sheet to cool onto a wire rack until safe to handle, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Slice rolls crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Place slices back on the cookie sheet, cut-side up, and continue baking until lightly toasted, 5 to 7 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 30.7 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they should be thawed and drained before using.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the nuts and cranberries by hand. Just be sure to chop them finely so that they distribute evenly throughout the biscuits.
  • If you want a sweeter biscuit, you can add an extra 1/4 cup of sugar to the dough. You can also drizzle the biscuits with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk after they have cooled.
  • These biscuits can be made ahead of time and frozen. To freeze, place the unbaked biscuits on a baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes. Then, transfer the biscuits to a freezer bag and freeze for up to 2 months. When ready to bake, thaw the biscuits overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for 1 hour. Then, bake as directed.

Conclusion:

These cranberry walnut biscuits are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack or breakfast, give these biscuits a try!

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