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Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies

Delicious Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies to Savor Today

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies, perfect for the holiday season.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure and a crumbly texture
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness
  • ¼ cup Cornstarch Contributes to tenderness; can be omitted
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use cold, cubed for best texture
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Substitute with dried cranberries if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Infuses with aromatic citrus flavor
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust for desired consistency
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Juice Use fresh for maximum zestiness

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • pastry cutter
  • baking sheet
  • plastic wrap
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Add the cold butter and blend until resembles wet sand.
  2. Fold in the cranberries and orange zest. Knead gently until the dough holds together.
  3. Roll dough into a rectangular shape, wrap in plastic wrap, and freeze for about 20 minutes.
  4. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Slice the dough into sticks and place them on a lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for about 20 minutes, until edges are lightly browned.
  6. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then glaze with a mixture of powdered sugar and orange juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 7 days. Cookies can also be frozen.

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