Description
Cranberry Orange Snowball Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly embodies the festive spirit. Bursting with the zesty flavor of fresh oranges and the tartness of cranberries, these buttery cookies are a must-have for any celebration. They’re simple to prepare and ideal for gatherings, gift-giving, or enjoying on a cozy afternoon. With their snowy powdered sugar coating, these cookies not only taste amazing but also look stunning on any dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 Cup Unsalted Butter (softened)
- 1/4 Cup Powdered Sugar (for dough)
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 Cup Chopped Dried Cranberries
- 1 Tablespoon Orange Zest
- 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 Cup Powdered Sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in vanilla extract and salt until well combined.
- Gradually add all-purpose flour and orange zest; mix until fully incorporated.
- Fold in chopped dried cranberries.
- Wrap the dough in cling film and refrigerate for about one hour.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll chilled dough into 1-inch balls.
- Place on a lined baking tray and bake for approximately 15 minutes until slightly golden on the bottom.
- Allow to cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar; roll again after cooling for a snowy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg