Orange Iced Cranberry Cookies

Bright, zesty, and utterly irresistible, these Orange Iced Cranberry Cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors! Made with fresh orange juice, fragrant orange zest, and bursts of chewy dried cranberries, these cookies offer a delightful balance of citrusy brightness and satisfying sweetness. The luscious orange glaze elevates their flavor profile while adding a delightful touch of shine, making them as beautiful as they are delicious. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and no fancy techniques required, they’re an ideal choice for holiday baking or a quick, crowd-pleasing treat. Perfectly soft with a crisp edge, these cookies promise a bite full of sunny zest in every crumb.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 2 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Dried cranberries
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh orange juice (for glaze)
• 0.5 teaspoon Orange zest (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 3

Add the egg, orange zest, and 2 tablespoons of fresh orange juice to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Fold in the dried cranberries with a spatula until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft.

Step 9

Remove cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

To make the orange glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of fresh orange juice in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 11

Drizzle or spread the glaze over the cooled cookies. For an extra touch, garnish with a sprinkling of orange zest if desired.

Step 12

Allow the glaze to set for about 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	913.2 grams (913.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3436

Total Fat 106.60g	137%
Saturated Fat 63.20g	316%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 478mg	159%
Sodium 1209mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 595.10g	216%
Dietary Fiber 15.60g	56%
Total Sugars 394.20g
Protein 33.10g	66%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 109mg	8%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 560mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.6%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 68.6%