Fresh Cranberry Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the festive magic of our Fresh Cranberry Bliss Cookies! These moist, cake-like cookies burst with the tart sweetness of finely chopped fresh cranberries. A bright and zesty lemon glaze elevates these holiday favorites to a whole new level of deliciousness. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy night in, these cookies are guaranteed to become a family tradition.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 28 mins
Calories 142.5 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Fresh Cranberry Cookies

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How to Make Fresh Cranberry Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the fresh cranberries.
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets.
  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. Prepare the lemon glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Add more lemon juice if needed to reach desired consistency.
  11. Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle with the lemon glaze.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

46g

Fat

13g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Fresh Cranberry Cookies?

Fresh Cranberry Cookies takes about 48 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 28 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Fresh Cranberry Cookies?

Fresh Cranberry Cookies has approximately 142.5 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Fresh Cranberry Cookies?

The key ingredients for Fresh Cranberry Cookies are Flour, Baking Powder, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Butter, Brown Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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