Cranberry Bliss Sugar Cookies
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet and tangy with our Cranberry Bliss Sugar Cookies! This quick and easy recipe features a tasty cranberry muffin or cranberry-orange quick bread mix, perfectly paired with a buttery base. These cookies are not only simple to make but also offer a deliciously chewy texture, making them ideal for sharing during the holidays or any special occasion. Treat your friends and family to these flavorful cookies that are sure to impress at any gathering!
36
Servings
57
Calories
3
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cranberry muffin mix or cranberry-orange quick bread mix
1 box (15 5/8 ounces) (Choose your preferred flavor of mix.)
Butter
3/4 cup (Soften to room temperature.)
Granulated sugar
3 tablespoons (For dipping the glass.)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cranberry muffin mix with the softened butter. Mix thoroughly until a soft dough forms.
3
Using your hands, shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on ungreased cookie sheets, allowing for 2 inches of space between each ball.
4
To flatten the cookie balls, dip the bottom of a glass into granulated sugar before gently pressing each ball down to about 1/8-inch thickness.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown. Keep a close eye on them as the high butter content can cause them to burn easily.
6
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
3.9g
Fat
7.7g
Carbs
0.6g
Protein
2.4g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cranberry Bliss Sugar Cookies?
Cranberry Bliss Sugar Cookies are a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors, featuring a cranberry muffin or cranberry-orange quick bread mix paired with a buttery base.
What are the primary ingredients needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires one 15 5/8 ounce box of cranberry muffin or cranberry-orange quick bread mix, 3/4 cup of softened butter, and 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
What type of mix should I use?
You can use either a cranberry muffin mix or a cranberry-orange quick bread mix, depending on your flavor preference.
How much butter is used in the dough?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of butter, softened to room temperature.
What is the purpose of the granulated sugar?
The granulated sugar is used for dipping the bottom of a glass to flatten the cookie dough balls before baking.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How do I mix the dough?
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cranberry mix with the softened butter and mix thoroughly until a soft dough forms.
What size should the dough balls be?
Shape the dough into 1-inch balls using your hands.
How much space should I leave between cookies on the sheet?
Allow for 2 inches of space between each dough ball on the cookie sheet.
Do I need to grease the cookie sheets?
No, you should place the dough balls on ungreased cookie sheets.
How do I flatten the cookies?
Dip the bottom of a glass into granulated sugar and gently press each ball down to about 1/8-inch thickness.
How thick should the cookies be before baking?
The cookies should be pressed down to approximately 1/8-inch thickness.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 9 to 11 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are done?
The cookies are done when they are golden brown.
Why should I watch the cookies closely while they bake?
Because of the high butter content, these cookies can burn easily if left in the oven too long.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes.
Should I use a wire rack for cooling?
Yes, transfer the cookies to a wire rack after the initial 2 minutes of cooling to let them cool completely.
How many cookies does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 36 servings.
What is the calorie count per cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 57 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each cookie has about 3.9g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each cookie?
There are 7.7g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much sugar is in one cookie?
Each cookie contains 2.4g of sugar.
What is the protein content of these cookies?
Each serving contains approximately 0.6g of protein.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies offer a deliciously chewy texture.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is described as a quick and easy recipe with only 3 main ingredients.
What occasions are these cookies best for?
They are ideal for sharing during the holidays or any special occasion or gathering.
What category of food does this recipe belong to?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.
Can I use quick bread mix instead of muffin mix?
Yes, cranberry-orange quick bread mix is a suitable alternative to cranberry muffin mix.
Are there any specific preparation tips for the butter?
The butter should be softened to room temperature before mixing with the dry ingredients.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Associated tags include cranberry cookies, sugar cookies, holiday baking, and chewy cookies.