Chocolate Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies
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Chocolate cranberry orange shortbread cookies are simple to make and full of dried cranberries, milk chocolate, and plenty of orange zest for a sweet, buttery flavor that’s out-of-this-world!
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Prepare them ahead of time for edible gifts and sweet snacks whenever the craving strikes.
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INGREDIENTS
– unsalted butter
– powdered sugar
– vanilla extract
– salt
– all-purpose flour
– dried sweetened cranberries
– orange zest
– milk chocolate chips
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In a stand mixing bowl combine butter and confectioners sugar and beat on medium speed until the mixture turns light and fluffy for 3-5 minutes.
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Add vanilla extract and salt and beat further for a minute. Add the flour in batches and mix on low speed until just combined.
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Add the chopped cranberries and orange zest and mix until well combined. Divide the cookie dough into two equal portions.
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Shape each portion into a log approximately 7 inches long and 2 inches wide (diameter) and wrap them on a cling wrap or plastic wrap separately.
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Tips and Recipe Variations
- Let the butter come to room temperature for easy mixing and the best flavor.
- Feel free to use chopped fresh cranberries instead of dried ones.
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