Description
Delight in these tender Citrus Shortbread Cookies bursting with zesty orange flavor and sweet dried cranberries.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter, softened
- ¾ cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest, or more to taste
- 2 cups sweetened dried cranberries, chopped
Instructions
- Collect all the ingredients needed to prepare the cookie dough to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- In a bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt; set this mixture aside for later use.
- Using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and confectioners’ sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, almond extract, and grated orange zest into the butter and sugar mixture, blending well to incorporate all the flavors.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to preserve the delicate texture of the dough.
- Gently fold the chopped dried cranberries into the dough, distributing them evenly without overmixing.
- Divide the dough into two equal portions and roll each into a 7-inch log. Wrap each log tightly in wax paper or plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours to firm up.
- Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking once the dough is ready.
- Remove the chilled logs from the refrigerator and unwrap them. Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into 1/2-inch thick slices.
- Arrange the cookie slices on a baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart to allow for even baking.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the cookies until they are firm but not browned, approximately 10 minutes.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these citrusy, cranberry-studded shortbread cookies with your favorite beverage.
Notes
- This recipe is perfect for festive occasions. <li.Store the cookies in an airtight container for freshness.
- Prep Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg