🎄 Cranberry Orange Holiday Cookies

Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 12 min | Yields: 24 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 orange
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Mix in egg, vanilla, and orange zest.
3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
4. Fold in dried cranberries.
5. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
6. Bake 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool.
7. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar for a festive look.

Tip: For extra flavor, add 1/2 tsp cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough.