CRANBERRY CHOCOLATE COOKIES WITH A KICK

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Here's a cookie that makes you stop in your tracks to figure out what that delicious flavor is on the back of your palate. -Shalana Patout, Lafayette, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup coffee liqueur or strong brewed coffee
1-1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chunks
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
2 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, combine cranberries and liqueur. Bring just to a simmer; remove from heat. In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave chocolate and butter on high in 30-second intervals until melted; stir until smooth (mixture will be thick). Cool slightly., In a large bowl, beat eggs, brown sugar and vanilla on high until thickened, about 3 minutes; beat in chocolate mixture. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt and seasonings; fold into sugar mixture just until combined. Fold in cranberry mixture., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes or until cookies are shiny and tops are crackly. Cool on pans 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Asad Zai
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I made these cookies for my kids and they loved them! They're really easy to make and they taste great. I'll definitely be making them again.


MD Hirodoy
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think next time I'll use less sugar.


Andrea Wilson
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I was looking for a festive cookie recipe to make for the holidays and I came across this one. I'm so glad I did! These cookies are amazing. They're soft and chewy, with the perfect amount of sweetness. The cranberries and chocolate chips give them a


Mb Rajon
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These cookies are amazing! I love the combination of cranberries and chocolate. They're also really easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again and again.


Robert Myers
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These cookies were a bit dry, but they still had a good flavor. I think next time I'll add some more butter.


bablu gee
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These cookies are perfect for a holiday party! They're festive and delicious. I highly recommend them!


Arman lala
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I made these cookies for my kids and they loved them! They're really easy to make and they taste great. I'll definitely be making them again.


Kyeraa Sabina
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think next time I'll use less sugar.


Donny Jackson
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I was looking for a festive cookie recipe to make for the holidays and I came across this one. I'm so glad I did! These cookies are amazing. They're soft and chewy, with the perfect amount of sweetness. The cranberries and chocolate chips give them a


Arash Sammadi
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These cookies are delicious! I love the combination of cranberries and chocolate. They're also really easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.


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I made these cookies for a holiday party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them, and I even got asked for the recipe. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I highly recommend them!


Marlene Thomas
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These cookies were a hit with my family and friends! They're soft and chewy, with the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The chocolate chips add a nice touch of richness, and the cranberries give them a festive flair. I'll definitely be makin