Citrus Shortbread Cookies

Orange zest and dried cranberries give these classic shortbread cookies an extra zing.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 153 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon grated orange zest, or more to taste
• 2 cups sweetened dried cranberries, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
• 0.125 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.75 cup confectioners' sugar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Enjoy!

Step 2

Divide the dough into 2 equal portions, then roll into logs about 7 inches long. Wrap each log in wax paper or plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until firm but not browned, about 10 minutes.

Step 4

Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl; set aside.

Step 5

Gather all ingredients.

Step 6

Beat the butter and confectioners' sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts and orange zest.

Step 7

Mix in the flour mixture until just incorporated. Fold in the cranberries; mixing just enough to evenly combine.

Step 8

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove wax paper, and cut the cookie dough into 1/2-inch slices.

Step 9

Arrange the slices on a baking sheet about 1 inch apart.