Sparkling Sugarplum Cranberry Cookies: The Best Festive Treat
Delight in the holiday spirit with these Sparkling Sugarplum Cranberry Cookies, perfect for festive gatherings and a sweet addition to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup sparkling sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually blend into the creamed mixture.
- Fold in dried cranberries.
- Drop by rounded tablespoon onto prepared baking sheets.
- Sprinkle with sparkling sugar before baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding orange zest to the dough.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Sparkling Sugarplum Cranberry Cookies, festive cookies, holiday treats