Description
Juicy Cranberry Shortbread Cookies are the perfect blend of buttery goodness and tart cranberries, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Soft, crumbly, and bursting with flavor, these cookies evoke warm memories of holiday baking with loved ones. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy afternoons, this recipe will impress your family and friends while leaving them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Gradually mix in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Fold in the dried cranberries evenly throughout the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg