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Soft and Chewy Cranberry Orange Cookies with Zesty Glaze

Three golden cranberry orange cookies drizzled with white glaze, sitting on a white plate near a window.
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Make these soft and chewy cranberry orange cookies for a cheerful holiday treat. They combine tangy dried cranberries with bright orange zest and are finished with a simple citrus glaze. This easy recipe delivers bakery-style flavor perfect for cookie exchanges.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Zest of 1 large orange
  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries
  • For the Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar
  • For the Glaze: 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and the fresh orange zest until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the dried cranberries using a spatula.
  6. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, forming tall mounds about 1.5 tablespoons each. Leave about 2 inches between cookies.
  7. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes. The edges should be lightly golden, but the centers should still look soft. These cookies will firm up as they cool, giving you that perfect chewy texture.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and orange juice in a small bowl until smooth. Add more juice, a drop at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
  10. Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the orange glaze over the tops. Let the glaze set before serving or storing.

Notes

  • For the brightest orange flavor, use a microplane to zest the orange before juicing it for the glaze.
  • If you want a slightly firmer cookie, bake for an extra minute, but watch carefully to keep the centers soft.
  • You can make the dough ahead of time and chill it for up to 3 days. Scoop and bake directly from the refrigerator, adding 1-2 minutes to the baking time.

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