Cranberry Noels Recipe

Delightfully tart and sweet Cranberry Noels are the perfect holiday treat! These festive cookies combine the bright zing of cranberries with a melt-in-your-mouth buttery shortbread crust. Easy to make and even easier to devour, this recipe is perfect for holiday baking or any occasion when you crave a burst of cranberry flavor.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 29 mins
Calories 1795.8 kcal
Protein 40g
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Ingredients for Cranberry Noels

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How to Make Cranberry Noels

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in the chopped cranberries.
  7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Enjoy your delicious Cranberry Noels!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

216g

Fat

302g

Carbs

59g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cranberry Noels?

Cranberry Noels takes about 44 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 29 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cranberry Noels?

Cranberry Noels has approximately 1795.8 calories per serving, with about 40 g protein, 59 g carbohydrates and 174 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cranberry Noels?

The key ingredients for Cranberry Noels are Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Whole Milk, Vanilla, Salt, All Purpose Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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