Description

Cranberry Butter Cookies with Lemon Glaze are a delightful blend of sweet and tart, perfect for any festive occasion. These cookies feature a soft, chewy texture infused with the bright flavor of dried cranberries and topped with a zesty lemon glaze. Simple to make and easily customizable, they are sure to become a favorite in your baking collection. With each bite, you’ll experience a burst of flavor that will impress your family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup dried cranberries
Zest of 1 lemon
3 tbsp lemon juice (for glaze)
1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract until combined.
In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda; gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Fold in dried cranberries and lemon zest.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
Cool slightly before drizzling with a glaze made from mixing lemon juice and powdered sugar.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie ~28g
Calories: 130
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 25mg