Description
Soft and slightly chewy cookies filled with sweet and tart dried cranberries. These cookies are easy to make and perfect for holidays, afternoon snacks, or sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, adding moisture and flavor to the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough and toughening the cookies.
- Fold in Add-ins: Carefully fold in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips (if using), ensuring even distribution without breaking up the chunks.
- Portion Dough: Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them adequately to allow for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the cookie edges turn lightly golden indicating doneness.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack to finish setting and avoid sogginess.
Notes
- Add chopped nuts for extra texture and crunch.
- Chill dough for 20 minutes before baking to achieve thicker, chunkier cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep fresh for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
