Thanksgiving Cookies Recipe

Capture the magic of Thanksgiving with these irresistible cookies! Bursting with warm autumnal flavors of cranberries, pecans, and zesty citrus, these make-ahead cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings. Freeze the dough for easy baking whenever you need a delicious treat. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 112.9 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Thanksgiving Cookies

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How to Make Thanksgiving Cookies

  1. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 large egg, and ½ teaspoon salt until light and fluffy.
  2. Gradually add 3 cups all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1 cup dried cranberries, the zest of 1 orange, and 1 cup chopped pecans.
  3. Divide the dough in half. Shape each half into a rectangular log (approximately 8x4 inches).
  4. Wrap each log tightly in wax paper, then in plastic wrap.
  5. Freeze overnight, or for up to 2 months.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Slice the frozen dough into ½-inch thick cookies.
  8. Place cookies onto prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

20g

Carbs

3g