Cranberry Chip Cookies Recipe

These festive Cranberry Chip Cookies are bursting with tart cranberries, crunchy nuts, and creamy milk chocolate chips. A luscious chocolate glaze adds the perfect finishing touch! This easy recipe is perfect for holiday baking or any time you crave a delicious and satisfying treat. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 289.7 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cranberry Chip Cookies

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How to Make Cranberry Chip Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened margarine and ¾ cup granulated sugar and ¾ cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ¼ cup milk, and ¼ cup orange juice until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Stir in 1 cup dried cranberries, ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans recommended), and 1 cup milk chocolate chips.
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cookies are completely cool, spread with chocolate glaze.
  12. **Chocolate Glaze:**
  13. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 6 ounces milk chocolate chips, 2 tablespoons margarine, and 1 tablespoon light corn syrup.
  14. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until chocolate is melted and smooth.
  15. Stir in water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the glaze reaches desired consistency (thick syrup).
  16. Drizzle or spread glaze over cooled cookies.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

96g

Fat

16g

Carbs

14g

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