Cranberry Orange White Chocolate Cookies
Cranberry Orange White Chocolate Cookies strike the perfect balance between sweet and tart, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 160kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensures better control over the saltiness. Reduce added salt to 1/4 teaspoon if using salted butter.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed Use light or dark brown sugar for a chewier texture and richer flavor.
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 zest of 1 orange
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries Can be substituted with other dried fruits like cherries or apricots.
- 1 cup white chocolate chips Can be replaced with dark or semi-sweet chocolate for a different taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate the vanilla extract and orange zest until evenly combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Using a tablespoon, drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges appear lightly golden and the centers are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure your butter is properly softened for easy creaming. For even baking, rotate your baking sheets halfway through the baking time. Allow cookies to cool completely before storing to prevent sogginess.