Cranberry Orange Cookies
Description: These delightful Cranberry Orange Cookies, adapted from a recipe found on Oprah.com, offer a delectable blend of tangy cranberries, zesty orange zest, and sweet white chocolate chips, all wrapped up in a chewy oatmeal cookie base. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are a hit with both kids and adults alike, making them ideal for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy any time of the year. Plus, with a prep time of just 30 minutes and a total time of 1 hour, these cookies are quick and easy to whip up whenever the craving strikes.
Recipe Category: Drop Cookies
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Oranges, Berries, Citrus, Fruit, Kid Friendly, Potluck, Christmas, Mixer, < 60 Mins, Oven, Small Appliance, Easy
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 1/2 cup |
| Applesauce | 1 cup |
| Sugar | 1 1/3 cups |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Quick-cooking oats | 4 cups |
| Flour | 2 1/2 cups |
| Baking soda | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
| Dried cranberries | 1 cup |
| White chocolate chips | 1 cup |
| Orange zest | 3 teaspoons |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 1852.5
- Fat Content: 60.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 32.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 230.3mg
- Sodium Content: 976mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 297g
- Fiber Content: 16.5g
- Sugar Content: 125.8g
- Protein Content: 36.2g
Recipe Yield: Approximately 3 dozen cookies
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). This ensures that your oven is ready to bake the cookies to perfection.
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Prepare Baking Sheet: Prepare your baking sheet by either spraying it with cooking spray or lining it with aluminum foil. This prevents the cookies from sticking to the pan and makes for easy cleanup. Set the prepared baking sheet aside for later use.
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Mix Butter and Applesauce: In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter and applesauce. Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture until it becomes creamy and well combined. This creates a smooth base for the rest of the ingredients.
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Incorporate Sugar, Eggs, and Vanilla: Add the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the butter and applesauce mixture. Continue to mix with the electric mixer until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Add Flour and Baking Soda: Gradually add the flour and baking soda to the wet ingredients in the mixing bowl. Mix until all the flour is incorporated and no lumps remain. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough cookies.
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Incorporate Oats and Flavorings: Once the flour and baking soda are fully mixed in, add the quick-cooking oats, dried cranberries, white chocolate chips, and orange zest to the bowl. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to gently fold the ingredients into the dough until evenly distributed. This step adds texture and flavor to the cookies.
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Drop Dough onto Baking Sheets: Using a teaspoon or cookie scoop, drop small spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Leave some space between each cookie to allow for spreading while baking. Depending on the size of your baking sheets, you may need to bake the cookies in batches.
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Bake Until Golden Brown: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 7 to 10 minutes, or until they are golden brown around the edges. Keep an eye on them as baking times may vary depending on your oven and the size of the cookies.
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Cool and Enjoy: Once the cookies are baked to perfection, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, these Cranberry Orange Cookies are ready to be enjoyed!
These Cranberry Orange Cookies are sure to be a hit with friends and family alike. With their irresistible combination of flavors and textures, they’re the perfect sweet treat for any occasion. So go ahead, whip up a batch today and indulge in the deliciousness! 🍪🍊
