Description
Delightfully soft and chewy white chocolate cranberry orange cookies bursting with fresh citrus zest and sweet dried cranberries, finished with a luscious white chocolate drizzle. Perfect for festive occasions or any time you crave a bright, flavorful treat.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 â…“ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 Tablespoons fresh orange zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (plus more if necessary)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup craisins (dried cranberries)
White Chocolate Drizzle
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- ½ teaspoon shortening
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) and line two large cookie sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In the bowl of an electric stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes on medium speed.
- Add Eggs and Orange Zest: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then fold in the fresh orange zest to infuse the cookie dough with vibrant citrus flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the salt, baking soda, and flour into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough and keeping the cookies tender.
- Incorporate Mix-Ins: Gently fold in the white chocolate chips and dried cranberries (craisins), distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a medium cookie scoop (approximately 2 tablespoons of dough), drop cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly. Bake for 10 minutes or until the cookies are lightly golden on top.
- Cool Cookies: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheets for best texture.
- Melt White Chocolate Drizzle: Place the white chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the mixture is just melted and smooth.
- Drizzle Over Cookies: Using a spoon or fork, drizzle the melted white chocolate over the cooled cookies to add an elegant finishing touch and extra sweetness.
- Set and Serve: Allow the chocolate drizzle to set for about 15 minutes at room temperature before serving. Enjoy these cookies fresh or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.
Notes
- For a stronger orange flavor, add an extra teaspoon of orange zest.
- If you prefer a softer cookie, reduce baking time by 1-2 minutes.
- Shortening in the drizzle helps the white chocolate melt smoothly and prevents it from seizing.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh up to 5 days.
- These cookies freeze well; freeze baked cookies in a single layer and thaw before drizzling with white chocolate.
