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Cranberry Shortbread Cookies

Delight in these buttery shortbread cookies studded with tart dried cranberries, perfect for a sweet treat or holiday gift.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add vanilla and almond extracts, mix well.
  4. Gradually mix in flour and salt until just combined, then fold in cranberries.
  5. Scoop dough onto baking sheet, bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden. Cool and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

Chill the dough for easier handling if needed.