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baked cranberry cookies on a rectangular white tray with linen and knife on wooden surface

Baked Cranberry Cookies for Gift Boxes

Avatar photoMarla Jennings
Soft yet sturdy cranberry cookies designed to hold their shape for gifting, made with classic ingredients and tart dried cranberries.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 155 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cooling Rack

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries lightly chopped

Instructions
 

  • Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and light.
  • Mix in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  • Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt together, then add to the dough and mix just until combined.
  • Fold in dried cranberries, portion dough onto a lined baking sheet, and bake until edges are set.

Notes

Let cookies cool completely before packaging for gift boxes. Store in airtight containers to maintain texture.
Keyword Cranberry Cookies, Gift Box Cookies, Holiday Baking, Simple Cookie Recipe