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Fresh and Zesty Glazed Cranberry Orange Cookies for the Holidays

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These bright and buttery Cranberry Orange Cookies are the perfect holiday treat. Featuring fresh, tart cranberries and zesty citrus, they are finished with a sweet orange glaze for a professional bakery finish.

Ingredients

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1 cup butter, softened

1 cup white sugar

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1 egg

1 teaspoon grated orange zest

2 tablespoons orange juice

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 cups chopped fresh cranberries

1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

1/2 cup confectioners sugar (for glaze)

1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest (for glaze)

2 teaspoons orange juice (for glaze)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg, 1 teaspoon orange zest, and 2 tablespoons orange juice.

3. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the orange mixture.

4. Fold in the chopped cranberries and walnuts. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets.

5. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are golden. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.

6. In a small bowl, mix together confectioners sugar, 1/2 teaspoon orange zest, and 2 teaspoons orange juice until smooth.

7. Drizzle or spread glaze over cooled cookies.

Notes

Use fresh cranberries for the best tart flavor pop.

Ensure cookies are completely cool before glazing or it will melt off.

Store with a slice of bread in the container to keep them soft for days.

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