CRAN-ORANGE COOKIES

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A sweet orange frosting pairs well with the tart cranberry flavor in these soft, cake-like cookies.-Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
ICING:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, orange juice and zest. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in cranberries and walnuts., Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 12-14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool., Combine icing ingredients; spread over cooled cookies.

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Desmond Cane
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I'm always looking for new cookie recipes, and this one looks like a winner. I love the combination of cranberries and oranges, and I'm sure these cookies are delicious.


md Rabiul
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These cookies are the perfect way to use up leftover cranberries. I always have a bag of cranberries in my freezer, so I'm definitely going to try this recipe.


KHATTAK GAMEING
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I can't wait to try these cookies. They look so delicious and they sound like the perfect combination of sweet and tart.


Farhadcox 24
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These cookies look so festive! They'd be perfect for a Christmas party.


Yisak Geb
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I love the idea of using both cranberries and oranges in these cookies. I bet they're really tasty.


Davronbek Mominjonov
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What a unique flavor combination! I'm definitely going to try this recipe.


Kgotlello Vlermuis
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These cookies sound like the perfect holiday treat. I can't wait to make them!


Nannono Jamirah
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I've never made cran-orange cookies before. I'm excited to give this recipe a try.


Vivoy21 Mhh
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I'm making these cookies for a party this weekend. I'm sure they'll be a hit!


Sahil Rai
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These cookies look delicious! I can't wait to try them.


Nure Ali
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These cookies were a complete disaster! They spread out too much in the oven and they ended up burning.


Vivo Mobile
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I wasn't a big fan of these cookies. I found them to be too sweet and the texture was a little off.


MdAhad Bai
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Overall, I thought these cookies were pretty good. They were easy to make and they had a nice flavor.


Matiks Matiks
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These cookies were a little dry. I think I'll add some more butter next time.


KASHIF JAAN CHANNA
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I had some trouble getting the cookies to hold their shape. I think I might have overmixed the dough.


Mike Allen
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These cookies were a little too tart for my taste. I think I'll use less orange zest next time.


Udani Nisansala
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I love the combination of cranberries and oranges in these cookies. They're the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Braden Basham
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These cookies were easy to make and they tasted great! I used fresh cranberries and oranges, and the flavor was amazing.


Manha Nuzra
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a favorite. They're soft and chewy with a delicious tart and tangy flavor.


Amishe Praise Dauda
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These cookies were a hit! They were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly. I love the combination of cranberries and oranges.