Frosted Cranberry Drop Cookies
Frosted Cranberry Drop Cookies are a delightful blend of sweet and tart, perfect for any occasion, especially during the holiday season.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 1/2 cup butter, softened room temperature
- 1 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 1/2 cups chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
For the Frosting
- 1/3 cup butter for frosting, browned
- 2 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 to 4 tablespoons hot water for desired consistency
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar together until smooth.
- Mix in the milk, egg, and orange juice until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add this mixture to the creamed mixture, blending well.
- Gently fold the chopped cranberries and walnuts into the dough.
- Using a tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets.
Baking
- Place the baking sheets in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on wire racks.
Making the Frosting
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter until it turns golden brown, about 5 minutes. Let it cool for 2 minutes.
- Transfer the browned butter to a small bowl. Add the confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Gradually mix in hot water, one tablespoon at a time, until you achieve your desired frosting consistency.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled cookies and enjoy!
Notes
You can prepare the cookie dough in advance and chill it in the refrigerator. If you prefer a less sweet cookie, reduce the amount of confectioners' sugar in the frosting. Swap out walnuts for pecans or almonds for a different flavor profile. Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.