Irresistibly Buttery Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 140kcal
Enjoy the delightful balance of sweet and tart with these Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies, perfect for festive occasions.
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Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Paddle Attachment or Electric Mixer
- Rolling Pin
- Baking sheet
- Silicone Mat
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- ¾ cup Granulated Sugar No substitution needed unless desired.
- 1 cup Cornstarch Omit if you prefer a more traditional shortbread texture.
- ½ teaspoon Salt Essential for overall taste.
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter (cold, cubed) Do not substitute with margarine for best results.
- 1 cup Fresh Cranberries (finely chopped) Use dried cranberries but add 1-2 teaspoons of milk to the dough as a substitution.
- 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Can replace with lemon zest for a different profile.
For the Orange Glaze
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar Necessary for a smooth texture in glaze.
- 2 tablespoons Orange Juice Fresh juice offers the best flavor.
Instructions
How to Make Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt until well mixed.
- Add cold, cubed unsalted butter and mix until the mixture resembles wet sand (about 3 minutes).
- Gently fold in the finely chopped fresh cranberries and orange zest.
- Knead the mixture gently until it forms a cohesive ball and roll out into a rectangle between parchment paper.
- Chill the rolled-out dough in the freezer for 20 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Slice the chilled dough into 24 sticks and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with a silicone mat.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
- Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack.
- Mix powdered sugar with fresh orange juice until smooth and drizzle over the cooled cookies.
Notes
These cookies are ideal for gifting, and can be stored airtight at room temperature for up to 7 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 30mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg