Decadent Cranberry Cookies Recipe 🍪
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Servings: Approximately 45 cookies
Description:
Indulge in the delightful aroma and taste of these Decadent Cranberry Cookies, inspired by the classic flavors of the holiday season. Originating from the renowned book “Christmas Cookies Are For Giving,” these cookies are not only perfect for festive occasions but are also ideal for anytime cravings. Packed with the tangy sweetness of dried cranberries, these cookies are bound to become a household favorite. Plus, they’re excellent for shipping, making them an ideal treat for sharing with loved ones near and far.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of flour
- 1/2 cup of cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/2 cup of butter
- 1/2 cup of Crisco shortening
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1 cup of brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon of instant coffee granules
- 1 cup of white chocolate chips
- 1 cup of dried cranberries
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
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Prepare Baking Sheets: Grease two baking sheets or line them with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda. Set this dry mixture aside for later use.
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Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, Crisco shortening, white sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
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Incorporate Eggs: Add the eggs to the creamed mixture one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
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Prepare Flavor Infusion: In a small cup, combine the vanilla extract and instant coffee granules, stirring until the coffee is completely dissolved. Then, add this mixture to the bowl with the creamed ingredients and beat until well combined.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the previously sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until all ingredients are fully combined.
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Add Mix-Ins: Gently fold in the white chocolate chips and dried cranberries until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Form Cookies: Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they are spaced about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
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Bake: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they are set and slightly firm around the edges.
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Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Storage: Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They can last for up to 1 month, although they’re likely to be devoured much sooner!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 130.7
- Fat: 7.1g
- Saturated Fat: 3.4g
- Cholesterol: 15.3mg
- Sodium: 41.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 16.7g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Sugar: 11.3g
- Protein: 1.5g
Tips:
- For an extra indulgent touch, drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled cookies before serving.
- If you prefer a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheets.
- Experiment with different add-ins such as chopped nuts or dark chocolate chips to customize the flavor profile of these cookies.
- To make ahead, prepare the cookie dough and freeze it in portions. When ready to bake, simply thaw the dough in the refrigerator overnight and proceed with the recipe as usual.
