Cranberry White Chocolate Shortbread Recipe

These stunning Cranberry White Chocolate Shortbread cookies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Their elegant presentation belies how incredibly easy they are to make. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion, these buttery shortbread cookies are studded with tart cranberries and creamy white chocolate chips for a delightful flavor combination. This recipe uses simple ingredients and requires minimal effort, resulting in cookies that taste like they came from a bakery!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 29 mins

Calories 123.2 kcal

Protein 2g

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Ingredients for Cranberry White Chocolate Shortbread

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
White Chocolate Baking Square
Dried Cranberries

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How to Make Cranberry White Chocolate Shortbread

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
Gradually add 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Stir in 1 cup white chocolate chips and 1 cup dried cranberries.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough, about 2 inches apart, onto ungreased baking sheets.
Gently flatten each cookie slightly with a fork.
Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

24g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cranberry White Chocolate Shortbread?

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

How many calories are in Cranberry White Chocolate Shortbread?

Cranberry White Chocolate Shortbread has approximately 123.2 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cranberry White Chocolate Shortbread?

The key ingredients for Cranberry White Chocolate Shortbread are Butter, Sugar, Flour, White Chocolate Baking Square, Dried Cranberries. See the full list with measurements above.