Cranberry Christmas Cookies are soft, tender, and buttery cookies filled with tart dried cranberries and sweet, creamy white chocolate chips. The contrast of flavors makes each bite festive and balanced, with just the right blend of sweetness and gentle tang. These cookies bake up with lightly crisp edges and soft, chewy centers, making them perfect for the holiday season and an inviting addition to any Christmas cookie platter, dessert table, or gift box.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This ensures the cookies bake evenly and prevents sticking, while also making cleanup easier once baking is complete.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. The mixture should look pale in color and slightly increased in volume, which helps create a soft and tender cookie texture. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined and smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and the ground cinnamon if using. Whisking evenly distributes the
