Cranberry Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Capture the magic of the holidays with these delightful cranberry orange chocolate chip cookies! Crisp, light, and bursting with the bright flavors of cranberry and orange, these cookies are the perfect festive treat. This recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet and tart, making them irresistible. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these easy-to-make, crave-worthy cookies!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 74.3 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Cranberry Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

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How to Make Cranberry Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 tablespoon orange zest.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  7. Fold in 1 cup dried cranberries and 1 cup chocolate chips. (Optional: Add 1/2 cup shredded coconut and/or 1/2 cup chopped nuts).
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 3-4 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

10g

Carbs

3g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cranberry Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies?

Cranberry Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies takes about 47 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 27 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cranberry Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies?

Cranberry Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies has approximately 74.3 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cranberry Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies?

The key ingredients for Cranberry Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies are Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Kosher Salt, Butter, Granulated Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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