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Cranberry Orange Snowball Cookies Recipe

Cranberry Orange Snowball Cookies Recipe

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Delight your taste buds with these festive Cranberry Orange Snowball Cookies that are bursting with citrusy and sweet flavors. These buttery cookies are a perfect treat for the holiday season or any time you crave a delightful sweet treat.

Ingredients

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Dough:

  • 1/2 Cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 1/4 Cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 Tablespoon Orange Zest
  • 1/2 Cup Chopped Dried Cranberries

Coating:

  • 1/2 Cup Powdered Sugar (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Combine butter and powdered sugar: In a bowl, mix softened butter and powdered sugar until light and creamy.
  2. Add vanilla and salt: Mix in vanilla extract and salt until well combined.
  3. Incorporate flour and zest: Add flour and orange zest to the creamed mixture, mixing well with a spatula.
  4. Add cranberries: Mix in chopped cranberries to form a smooth dough.
  5. Chill the dough: Wrap the dough in cling film and refrigerate for an hour until firm.
  6. Shape the dough: Roll the chilled dough into small round balls and place on a baking tray.
  7. Bake: Bake the cookies at 180°C for about 15 minutes until lightly browned.
  8. Coat with sugar: While warm, roll the baked cookies in powdered sugar.
  9. Double coat: Once cooled, roll the cookies again in powdered sugar for a snowy finish.
  10. Serve: Enjoy these delightful Cranberry Orange Snowball Cookies!

Notes

  • You can add chopped nuts for extra crunch.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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Keywords: Cranberry Orange Snowball Cookies, Holiday Cookies, Citrus Cookies, Festive Baking