Description
These Orange Cranberry Ricotta Cookies are a delightful treat with a burst of citrus flavor and a hint of sweetness from dried cranberries. The soft and fluffy texture makes them perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy evening at home.
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then add ricotta, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in the dried cranberries.
- Bake: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly puffed.
- Cool and glaze: Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. To make the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest until smooth. Drizzle over completely cooled cookies. Let the glaze set before serving.
Notes
- Cookies stay soft for days and can be stored in an airtight container.
- Freeze the unglazed cookies for up to 2 months and glaze before serving for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
