Zesty Cranberry Delight Cookies
Delight your taste buds with these moist, cake-like Zesty Cranberry Delight Cookies. Infused with the vibrant tang of fresh cranberries and a hint of aromatic spices, these cookies have become a beloved holiday tradition in our home. The addition of fresh orange zest elevates their flavor while the luxurious lemon glaze drapes each cookie in a sweet and tangy finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in any household.
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Servings
50
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Flour
2 cups (All-purpose flour)
Baking Powder
2 teaspoons
Cinnamon
1 teaspoon
Nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon
Butter
1 cup (Softened)
Brown Sugar
2 cups (Packed)
Eggs
2 (Large)
Milk
1/2 cup (Whole or low-fat)
Fresh Orange Zest
2 teaspoons (Zest from a fresh orange)
Oats
3 cups (Old-fashioned or quick oats)
Fresh or Frozen Cranberries
2 cups (Finely chopped)
Powdered Sugar
1 cup
Lemon Juice
Juice of 1 lemon (Freshly squeezed)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a cookie sheet by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
2
In a food processor or blender, pulse the cranberries until they are medium-fine, and then set them aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5
Pour in the milk and the fresh orange zest, blending until fully incorporated.
6
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
7
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined and smooth.
8
Fold in the oats and gently mix in the chopped cranberries until evenly distributed.
9
Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, leaving enough space between each for spreading.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake, as these cookies should remain moist.
11
Brush the lemon glaze onto the cookies while they are still warm for maximum absorption.
Nutrition Information
2
Fat
6
Carbs
1
Protein
0.6
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Zesty Cranberry Delight Cookies?
These are moist, cake-like cookies infused with fresh cranberries, aromatic spices, and a sweet lemon glaze.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How should I prepare the cranberries?
Pulse the cranberries in a food processor or blender until they are medium-fine.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
Cream together the softened butter and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
How do I incorporate the eggs?
Add the eggs to the creamed butter and sugar one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
What liquids are used in the cookie dough?
The dough uses milk and fresh orange zest for flavor and moisture.
Which dry ingredients need to be whisked together?
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a separate bowl.
How should the dry ingredients be added to the wet mixture?
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until the batter is combined and smooth.
When should the oats and cranberries be added?
Fold in the oats and gently mix in the chopped cranberries after the wet and dry ingredients are combined.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
What is the texture of these cookies?
They have a moist, cake-like texture.
When should I apply the lemon glaze?
Brush the lemon glaze onto the cookies while they are still warm to ensure maximum absorption.
How do I make the lemon glaze?
The glaze is made by mixing 1 cup of powdered sugar with the juice of one fresh lemon.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 50 calories.
What is the fat content of these cookies?
Each cookie has 2 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 6 grams of carbohydrates per cookie.
Do these cookies contain protein?
Yes, each cookie contains 1 gram of protein.
What is the fiber content of the cookies?
There is 0.6 grams of fiber per cookie.
How much flour is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of all-purpose flour.
What type of oats should I use?
You can use 3 cups of either old-fashioned or quick oats.
Can I use frozen cranberries?
Yes, the recipe works with either fresh or frozen cranberries.
How much butter is needed?
The recipe requires 1 cup of softened butter.
What kind of sugar is used in the dough?
Use 2 cups of packed brown sugar.
What spices are included?
The cookies are flavored with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg.
How should I prepare the cookie sheet?
Grease the cookie sheet or line it with parchment paper before dropping the dough.
What type of milk is recommended?
You can use 1/2 cup of either whole or low-fat milk.
How much orange zest is used?
Use 2 teaspoons of zest from a fresh orange.
How should I place the dough on the baking sheet?
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the sheet, leaving enough space between them for spreading.
Why should I be careful not to overbake?
Overbaking should be avoided so that the cookies remain moist.
What makes these cookies a holiday favorite?
The combination of tart cranberries, warm spices, and a citrus finish makes them a festive holiday tradition.